29th April 1574
"Mike!"
As soon as I reached the shore, a familiar voice came from the board of the ship, before a splash of water completely covered it up as at first, a single person jumped out directly to the shallow waters of the Rock River before an entire group followed.
Since I was busy talking to the former stonemason that was now properly turned into the manager of all the project related to digging and laying up the foundations, I turned my attention towards the ship only when this sudden shout and splash reached my ears, yet before I could notice anything strange, a huge mess of wet cloth and hot skin fell upon me, nearly tackling me down to the ground!
Recognising the familiar shape, smell and intricate movements as the newly arrived person forced me into a deep hug, I couldn't help but close my own grip on her back and bring her even closer to my own heart.
"It's been a while."
