Synopsis

A chuckle escaped Luke when an article appeared in the Hotten Courier questioning the reappearance of the Beast of Beckindale. Nick dressed Alice for nursery, a familiar task that felt increasingly poignant. Sarah remained consumed by worry for Victoria, resolving to stay home and keep watch over her. Caroline roused Alan, gently reminding him of his promise to give her and Nick a ride to court. She was keenly aware of his sleepless night spent drinking and tried to convey the self-destructive n