Luka ‘s talk with his mother filled Amy ‘s thoughts, though she was trying not to think about it as she walked with Shelley through the great hall where cushioned chairs, sofas, and pillow-covered benches were situated in front of a large fireplace. Flames flickered, casting light against the shadows, the wood crackling and snapping. Amy felt oddly at home here. She could see the clan gathering here for special activities, particularly when the weather was wet or cold.
Yet her thoughts instantly returned to what was being said between Luka and his mother. Did she always rule the roost? More importantly, what she was saying to Luka about Amy now?
As Shelley led her into the kitchen, Amy was impressed with the newness and size, having expected it to be less than modern and much smaller. Bu
