‘I think, Teya, you’ve done something very important,’ said Mateo. ‘I knew you were very special, when I first saw you. I believe you changed everything for the better.’
‘Either that or I’ve completely lost the plot.’
‘I believe your father would be very proud of you. I think if you told him, he would be amazed by your strength and courage. But you won’t, will you?’
‘Won’t what?’
‘Tell him what happened. When you get back to Australia.’
‘What do you mean? How can I tell him? What are you talking about?’
‘Your father. I’m not sure he would understand. I know he is a wonderful man. I know he is different from other people, but perhaps even he would have trouble believing that magic like this is possible.’
‘Stop it Mateo. How can you talk like that?’ Teya felt her face grow hot. He kne
