Throughout the explanation Neeve lay motionless, eyes closed.  From deep inside came a shuddering sound that reminded Vectis of a dying child.  He slipped beside the bed and cradled her head, trying to comfort her.  “You shouldn’t have moved that shoulder so abruptly,” he said.  “Injuries like this take time.”    “I know,” she said, covering her face to hide the pain.    “Is it aching badly?”    “Yes, deep inside.”He brushed his lips against her hair.  “I wish I could take the pain from you.”    “Thank you.”  From behind her hands Brian Johnson said, “I am so … amazed that such a small band of soldiers could destroy a large Caledonian camp.”