The thing that suddenly came to mind was clearly disturbing to Simon. How could he think of such a thing? What had made him so sensitive about it?
Shaking his head slowly, Simon tried to pull back the realization that had almost evaporated. He had to focus on what was now happening not far in front of him.
The image of Eloise and Gabby finally releasing each other's embrace to join hands.
"Aunty's going to introduce you to someone," Eloise whispered. "You don't mind meeting my acquaintance, do you, Gabby?"
The almost four-year-old girl nodded. Her bright blue eyes blinked slowly. Gabby showed great enthusiasm.
"Is Aunlie coming with a friend?" Gabby seemed to be getting impatient. "Is she also a girl?"
Eloise smiled. She had already risen to her feet, holding Gabby's hand tightly. Tu
