Lydia and her husband were shown to a side room where she would be able to change into her fighting clothes. Alone with her man Lady Lydia's confidence returned somewhat, as she removed her dress. Lord Northwood understood the plan that his pretty blonde wife intended to use, but he was still quite worried, as Lydia's opponent was skilled and powerful.
For the first time in
many fights, Lord Northwood actually considered conceding the match,
before it even started, but Lydia stopped him. |