She had shown it to the inspector when she walked through onto the platform but now it was gone. "I'm sorry," she said, "I know I had it, honestly." "...If I had a pound for every time I've heard that," he said cockily. "Well, I guess we have two options here, don't we? Either you pay for another or..." Emily knew that she had spent her last few pounds in Camden and there was no way she would even have the money in the bank until next week. "...or I get a fine?" Emily said. "Who mentioned a. She was surprised when Bralan leaned forward and gently kissed his back before sitting back suddenly. Denae wondered why she had never thought to kiss them – or even touch them – after they healed."You both must think me a foolish child," Bralan said in disgust. "I'm sure everyone has had quite a laugh at Bralan, the moon-eyed idiot. How could I have thought you would want me?" No," Denae said firmly as she joined Bralan and Jorgarn on the bed. "We never thought that and no one is laughing at. Scott gave a light snort of disbelief and eyed the large man behind the bar. "What's that he's wearing? It looks like a skirt." No, it's a kilt. And, if you get the next round, you'll note that the thing in his sock is a knife." Jer smiled at Scott's worried look and took a long pull on his beer."The locals originated on a place on Old Earth called the Scottish Highlands. Evidently, it's a traditional garment they brought with them when they moved here. If it wasn't all sewn up with pleats it. Forcing her feet to walk despite her near-debilitating giggle fit, she managed to reach the falls just about the time she brought her giggles under control.Jonathan lay face down on a large boulder. Dani couldn't tell if he was breathing or not. She was deliriously happy to see him, but deathly afraid that he might be injured, or worse – dead. Climbing out over the slippery moss-covered rocks, she finally reached him. Fearful of what she might discover, she slowly reached out and touched his.