Chapter 2311
- They asked no further questions, probed no deeper, only burying all their understanding, worry, and hope in their hearts, guarding the two younger ones who bore a heavy fate with the quietest kind of acceptance.
- The gates of the Cromwell manor slowly closed behind them, shutting out the gentle warmth of the sun in the courtyard and the hall full of sandalwood incense, and leaving—at least for the moment—the two elders' silent forbearance and concern behind.
- Carl lifted a hand to open the rear door, gently shielding Amelia's head as she got in; only after she was seated did he lean down to close the door softly for her, then he got into the car with practiced ease.