But God had the matter in hand.
As the child grew, its mother noticed that its hair began to change.
She also thought she discovered his skin growing darker by degrees.
As his features developed he was seen to be the very image of Belton.
Antoinette frequently went out with him and the people began to shake their heads in doubt.

At length the child became Antoinette's color, retaining Belton's features.
Public sentiment was fast veering around.

Her former friends began to speak to her more kindly, and the people began to feel that she was a martyr instead of a criminal.

But the child continued to steadily grow darker and darker until he was a shade darker than his father.
The church met and rescinded its action of years ago.

Every social organization of standing elected Antoinette Nermal Piedmont an honorary member.