“The Georgians have been Christians since the fourth century,” Sister Marie-Claire said proudly. “They are tolerant and broadminded.”
“They love sport, music and the ballet,” Sister Catherine chimed in.
“The ballet,” Alida repeated softly, thinking of her mother.
There was obviously here none of the fear that made every Russian in the North glance over his shoulder to see if he was being spied upon.
The Georgians walked with a confidence that came from knowing that they were a free people.
Some children were waving to them as they passed and two men hauling a log of wood shouted a cheery greeting to their coachman.
“Perhaps Russia can be like this when the serfs have been set free,” Alida said aloud
“One can only pray that might be possible,” Sister Marie-Claire replied.
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