Her words were lighthearted, but they held truth. Mr. Winters still performed admirably—not just in battle, but also in the more private aspects of their married life, as he had hinted earlier.
He still had the energy and passion of a young stallion, wild and eager. But beyond that, he had always been her shield, the one who stood in front of danger without hesitation.
Now, the roles had shifted just a little. Mrs. Winters had grown stronger—more capable, more fearless. For once, she wasn't the helpless woman waiting to be saved. She had the power to fight, to stand her ground, and to protect the man who had always protected her.
Stepping into the battlefield had become more than just survival—it was her chance to reinvent herself. Out here, in the thick of danger and chaos, she had found her strength. And as long as she had breath in her body, she would be a pillar beside her beloved husband.
