Darkest Before Dawn Episode 32
Isobel was reading the newspaper.
“Four thousand ships crossed the Channel. That’s where Dad’s been, helping transport troops and equipment to northern France.
“It’s why Eddie was here. Those saying it was an invasion force were right!”
Tilly stared at her.
She’d already read the newspaper, but knowing that Eddie was in France didn’t make her feel better.
It had been wonderful to see him for a short while, but saying goodbye to him had been a bigger wrench than it was the first time.
“Our boys are on the offensive now,” Isobel said excitedly. “This is exciting.”
Maud looked at Tilly.
“Isobel,” she warned.
“I wonder if Stefan is there,” Isobel went on.
“Isobel!” Maud said loudly, and Isobel looked up.
“Oh, Tilly, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to upset you.” Isobel was contrite.
“I’m not upset,” Tilly lied, and tried to laugh it away, but it turned into a sob.
“He’ll be OK, Tilly,” Isobel said.
“I just miss him.” Tilly wept and Isobel’s arms tightened around her.
“I know,” Isobel replied. “Why don’t we go for a bike ride?
“We can take a picnic and talk about anything except the war.
“Mum will mind Peter, won’t you, Mum?”
“That’s a wonderful idea.” Maud smiled. “I’ll make you some sandwiches and a flask of tea.”
Isobel raced upstairs and Tilly followed at a more sedate pace.
She didn’t feel like going out and couldn’t muster any enthusiasm.
She was extremely worried about Eddie.
No-one seemed to realise the danger he was in.
They weren’t having a jolly hike through France without resistance. The Germans would be doing all they could to stop them.
In some ways it had been better when she hadn’t known where he was.
Thirty minutes later, as they left the town behind them, Tilly’s spirits began to lift.