Wealtheows Random Thoughts at the Feast

Praise God above for Beowulf. He is surely the most courageous warrior we have. He didn’t seem to be afraid at all when he fought that Grendel. That battle with the monster was terrifying. Ah! I must do something to show our gratitude! I could—Oh! I can’t believe I didn’t notice that man over there before… hmm….
Now why can’t other young men be like Beowulf? His name is now known far and wide across the land. The Lord has truly blessed us to use him to slay that monster. Oh goodness!!! That drunkard nearly fell off of his horse! No, he seems to be okay… Now have I done everything right? Is my husband pleased with my actions? Oh dear… I need to serve more drinks to the men…More music at the next feast too. That minstrel should play more instead of stuffing himself silly. I’ll discuss that with him later. Oh there is that selfish Unferth. What does he want from me? I’ll just walk over here. Hmmm…that pork tastes divine! What shall I do with myself when I’m old and alone? Will people still visit an old woman in her last few days? What shall become of Hrothgar? Will Herot be consumed by yet another Godforsaken beast in the future? Oh, I shouldn’t worry so. Ah! Here comes our hero. I’ll present a torque to him. What a treasure! I do wish him the best of luck.