Less than ten paces from them was the mound, protected by its cairn of stones; and over the stones rose a weather-stained slab in the form of a cross.

One glance at the grave and Aldous riveted his eyes upon Joanne.

For a full minute she stood as motionless as though the last breath had left her body.

Then, slowly, she advanced.

He could not see her face.
He followed, quietly, step by step as she moved.