Love Knows Not Time: An Outlander Tale

by Western Gal

Catriona Allan went to Scotland to visit her father's relatives over the summer of 1947.. Before long she found herself in the middle of the rising of 1745. She meets and falls in love with Jeffrey Foster, a Major in His Majesty's army. Before long Catriona has to make a choice, go back to her own time or stay with the man she loves in a time not her own.

2. Chapter 1

Love Knows Not Time: An Outlander Tale {Chapter 1} September 21st, 1745 Prestonpans

Catriona walked and walked until she could not walk any farther. Dusk was falling and the only shelter she could see was a camp of British regulars in the distance. Well, I might as well spend the night there than freeze on these chilly moors, she said to herself. But I will be cautious. Major, sir, there's a lassie coming this way. Yes, I see her, Sergeant MacDonald. That one looks like an officer, Catriona remarked. I hope he will be decent. May I be of service, Madam? Yes, you may, Major. I am Major Jeffrey Foster of His Majesty's 46th Regiment of Foot. What might your name be? My name is Catriona Allan, sir. Are you from here, Miss Allan? No, I am from the Lowlands of Scotland, sir. My family are loyal to the King. I do not doubt that, Miss Allan. How did you come to be all alone here on this battlefield? My manservant and I were traveling and something spooked our horses and pack animals. I was thrown off and when I awoke the animals and my servant were gone. And I have not seen them since. You must be chilled to the bone. Allow me to take you to Matron Brown so she can find you some fresh clothing. May I ask what happened to your gown, Miss Allan? It was filthy so when I came to a stream I attempted to wash it and it got carried away in the current. How unfortunate that must have been for you. It certainly was. Here we are, Miss Allan. Come in and I will introduce you. Matron Brown, this is Miss Catriona Allan. Do you think you could find her some more suitable clothing? Of course I could. Leave it to me, Major. Come this way, my dear. Thank you for your kindness, Lieutenant Foster. Think nothing of it, Miss Allan. I was glad to be of service. I hope we will meet again. As do I, Major. I am Matron Brown. I'm very pleased to meet you, Miss Allan. Please, do call me Catriona. Of course. Come this way and we'll find you some clothing and a bed for the night. Are you hungry? Yes, I have not eaten since this morning. And it was not long before Catriona found something that would fit her. That gown looks very well on you, Catriona. What part of Scotland are you from, dear? I am from the Lowlands, Matron. But my parents are in America at the moment. I came back to visit my home country. I was just a wee lass when my parents left for America. They must miss you dearly, Catriona. They know I will be back one day. Now I must see to your supper, dear. I will be only a moment. Thank you very much. Catriona, Lieutenant Foster is outside and he wishes to speak with you. Good evening, Lieutenant. What may I do for you? Would you do me the honor of taking supper with me? I would be honored to accept your invitation, Major. I will be taking supper with Major Foster tonight, Matron. Vey good, Catriona. When you are through, I will find you a place to sleep. Major, would you mind terribly calling me by my given name? No, I would be quite happy to, Catriona. And will you call me by mine? I would be pleased to, Jeffrey.