"You are beautiful. So very, very beautiful." He kisses Athelstan again.

"The trouble is most people don't see the cage because it's here." He presses a gentle hand over Athelstan's heart. "And here," He smoothes the soft curls at his temple. "Those locks are open now. Freedom can be terrifying at first but it's so much better than the alternative. And with Ragnar watching over you, you won't have to face it alone."