"Well, it's late, Emma. I have to go. I'll stop by our parents' house, and tomorrow I'll travel back. I was planning to stay a few more days, but if I do, they'll lock me up and force me to marry one of the Kellers, and I'm not letting that happen. Ha ha ha."

"It's okay, Amme. I love you. Don't forget that. And if you need anything from me, anything at all, let me help you. Just tell me."

"Don't doubt it, Emma. You're the best sister I've ever had. You always will be."

We hugged, and then