Mark smiled "well why don't you get comfy, rest against me and tell me about yourself? For one id love to know more about these books that you have written. I for one occasionally read when I have the time" he thought for a moment. "Why didn't you use your name? It's beautiful. Or did you not want the world to know Merrin existed?"

He sighed "sadly in this day and age. Most men still treat women like property. One day women will be equil to men! You mark my words"

He smiled. "I'm not opposed to anything. I will protect her as my own. And I will protect you. That also goes for any grand children. They will be treated as if they were my own flesh and blood" he kissed her forehead "you have my word" he said as he took her hand in his