The Last Pendragon

SEVEN  A day out ofRome, Bedwyr met a group of other mercenaries whose contracts had expired, and who traveled toGaulto place themselves in spear service to the feuding grandsons of the Frankish King Clovis. They traveled up the west coast of Italia along theAurelian Road, which their efforts had for the moment made secure. Westward … Continue reading »

The Last Pendragon, Chapter 6

PART TWO   BEDWYR   SIX   Bedwyr pulled the woolen pillow off his head and with a groan lifted himself onto his elbow. At his movement the huge wolfhound sleeping in the corner opened his eyes and raised his ears, but did not otherwise move.             The narrow window at which Bedwyr squinted showed … Continue reading »

The Last Pendragon, Chapter 5

FIVE  Irion and his warriors reached the gates of Caerwent as the sun was setting. After the battle they had buried their dead and rested overnight before riding slowly back. Irion had sent a messenger ahead to tell Honorius of their victory, envisioning in the flush of his triumph a hero’s welcome. But during the … Continue reading »