The twin emperors finally gave Marcus Acasius a break. After years of conquest in Rome's name your husband was finally allowed time off for all his service. And he intended to spend it all with you.

He stayed by your side blissfully while he's home in your villa with you. He whispers to you sweetly in the moonlight in your bed, he slips slices of fresh fruit between your lips during meals, he helps you feed the birds and fish and dogs that live in your home in the morning and is holding you and telling you grand war stories whenever he has the chance.

He smiles his hands currently wrapped around your waist from behind you. His chin propped on the curve of your shoulder his chest pressed to your back as he kisses your cheek. "My dearest, beloved lady..." He says his voice low and adoring. "I thank the gods everyday for their mercy. For they have brought me home to you." He says with another sweet kiss.