Chapter 36
36 Mater stood in the center of the crypt and beckoned. Her heart in her throat, Joanna stared into the cold room at the few women who were moving about. “You’ve decided to join us early,” Mater said, holding a hand out to her. “I...I thought it might be best if I were to witness the entire ceremony.” As inconspicuously as possible, Joanna glanced about the vault, looking for some sign of Gavin. But the deep shadows offered plenty of hiding places beyond the tombs. He could be anywhere, and in any case, it was too late to do anything about it now. Mater turned to Molly. “As long as our sister is here, why not give her something to do?” The housekeeper turned shyly toward her. Joanna knew that even in their little community, the fact that she was the daughter of the last laird created
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