She staggered as she started for the door, but recovered herself instantly.

Without a word she left the room, the Crows following her down the stairs in silence.

At the bottom she paused, and then extended her hands to the old couple.

Her voice faltered as she spoke.
"Let me clasp your hands and let me tell you that my love and my prayers are forever for you and for that little one up there.

Thank you.