Chapter Twenty
HOW ARE THE children doing?” Uncle Kit asked as soon as Kate joined him in the library.
“It’s just incredible,” she answered with true enthusiasm and happiness. “They’ve improved so much. Little Ewan is crying to get up out of bed!”
Uncle Kit laughed. “Well, it shouldn’t be too long before we allow him to do so.”
“I told him he could play quietly there until you or Aunt Vallentyn gave him permission to get up. Jamie is happy reading.”
“And Caroline?”
“Enjoying the company of her new doll.”
Uncle Kit shook his head. “Isn’t it amazing?”
“Absolutely!”
His expression, however, lost its joy quickly. “Unfortunately, the children’s health did come at a cost. That’s why I called you in here.”
“Oh? Aunt Vallentyn’s powers?” Kate asked. It was best to ignore or tiptoe around
