[Oh, there was no-one more awful at spreading guilt then their mother. Maker knows she loved them - but she blamed them as well, especially Marian.]

I could - but then you'd tell on me for bullying. [She teased, knowing that he would turn around with 'well remember the time I nailed your braids to the head board. Ah, having a twin ...

She looks up at into his worried face, closing her hands around his.]

Not glorified - superiors to - and I have never been more sure. He loves me, and I love him. We've both made our mistakes ... but we're both learning from them. I promise, you'll love him. He's just as serious as you are.