“Sam and I hid at the bend in the corridor where the wider drawing rooms started. “Lucky for you, we have this one empty drawing room,” said Clarence. “I think she’ll be much more comfortable in here. Do you think she’s going into labor?” Reverend Perfiddle guided his wife to the bed and helped ease her down on it. “How are you feeling, my dear? Do you think it’s … time?” Mrs. Perfiddle took several deep breaths through her mouth before attempting to speak. “No … not yet … oh!” “What is it?” “Ju...st a little twinge. There, it’s gone,” she said. “Shall I ask around for a doctor?” Clarence said. “There’s bound to be one aboard.” “No, not yet,” said Mrs. Perfiddle. “It’s not time. A woman knows these things. Thank you, Mr.… Nockwood. You’ve been most kind. I just need to rest for a while.” Reverend Perfiddle grasped Clarence’s hand with both of his own and hurried him out the door. “Thank you, thank you, and God bless you.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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