I looked at Ann and asked her to take Arild, which she happily did. Ann loved him as much as I did, which was why Halvor and I decided to make her and Erik his godparents. Gala took both my hands and took a deep breath. “Now close your eyes and I will begin. Don’t be scared if the memories come flooding back with a wave of emotions. That’s normal.” I nodded and closed my eyes. Suddenly I saw my mother’s face. It was like looking in a mirror since she really did look just like me. She was standing in one of the castle hallways with a man. His features became more clear and I realized it was my father. He had straight hair that was layered just under his chin and it was so blond it was almost white. His violet eyes twinkled like he had just been laughing. A boy came runnin

