For a soldier, wearing the same attire for weeks was not a questionable habit. It was a common practice, as they had no time to think of cleanliness if their lives were on the line. But it was indeed a stark contrast for a noble lady like his wife.
And his worry was slightly lifted when his wife took the cloak from his hands. When she was about to put the cloak on, she was confused about where to put the bouquet of wildflowers that was given to her by the little boy she adored.
"Give it to me. Let me keep it for you," Canillas suggested.
It would be difficult for her to hold the bouquet, even though it was not large in size, when she needed to hold on to something to steady herself on the horseback later. And once Joanna gave the flower to him, he put it inside the pocket of his black coat.
When she was putting the cloak on, he was somehow feeling warmth swarmed in his heart. It was the first time he shared his belongings with his wife.
