Chapter 28: TREAD CAREFULLY

Brebeuf had been busy the previous day making good on their promise to supply the tribe with rifles. Adelaide watched in dismay as they were taught how to use their heavy weapons which, once mastered, would leave death and destruction in their wake.

"Come," she motioned for Jaira to join her as they stepped out of the longhouse. "I want to introduce you to Brebeuf."

Maggie smiled, stepping up to Adelaide's other side, "Are you going to speak with him about..."

"Yes, I'm hoping he can spare a few moments to talk with us."

Jaira dragged her feet, reluctant to approach the Jesuit. How was it possible Adelaide was so friendly with him? How could she have fallen so far from grace within a few short months? It was a tragedy, that's what it was!

"Brebeuf" Adelaide smiled, clearly unaware of her siblings' thoughts,

"I'd like you to meet my sister, Jaira."

Maggie's eyes widened but she didn't say anything as the brunette was introduced.