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Chapter 5

The suite the children occupied turned out to be at the opposite end of the manor house from the wing holding Martin’s room. Although the windows faced south and west, drawing in a bit more light, the area was still dark, chilly, and somber. He sighed. Even the playroom looked stark and severe, with only a few toys visible and very little to offer cheer and comfort. Something else he would need to discuss with the Captain in time. For now, he’d have to make do.

He chatted pleasantly, trying to draw Donovan out without any response save an occasional nod or headshake. Emmaline always answered in terse and clearly careful words, as if she feared to divulge too much.