The idea of putting sedatives in chocolate pudding had worked wonders. Julian stood at the ward window smiling as he watched the children begin to nod off. He was still holding Zach, who was sleeping in his arms after eating his fill and having a bowl of unmedicated chocolate pudding.
“Was anyone ever able to do the rapid DNA tests on the kids?” Julian asked.
“No,” Amber sighed. “They have been far too agitated to try.”
“Do you think we could do them while they are asleep and let them process during the flight?” Elise asked. “It would be nice to know if any of the children are related. It would make it easier to place them in appropriate homes.”
“We can do them on the plane after everyone is secured in their seats as long as they stay asleep. If they wake up, they will have to wait,”
