Jamie’s heart pounded in his chest as he took a knee before Claire, a gesture of humility and devotion. Retrieving his dirk, he held it aloft, its blade glinting in the dim light. In a resolute voice, he recited ancient words in Gaelic, a language rich with history and meaning, drawing upon a ceremonial tradition Claire had witnessed in Colum’s Hall. But this time, Jamie followed the Gaelic recitation with an English translation, ensuring that Claire understood the gravity of his pledge.