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Perhaps see you later? He tipped his hat to her and she watched him leave without a word, only glad that he had gone. No, she said. But now I must. She seemed to feel her mother's presence; soft hands stroking her forehead, an aureate glow of comfort and strength.

He put a hand to his throat, felt smooth skin. Oh, God, Anne breathed in dismay. Do you know who it could have been, Father? Have you ever been here before? Kristian folded his arms. Don't stare.