It’s Gwen.”“What’s wrong with her?” she said, her voice full of dread.“She collapsed after the birth, Mam,” he said. “I’m so sorry. ...There was nothing they could do to save her.”“Da Duw yn y nefoedd (Good God in heaven)!” she cried. “You’re saying...”“She’s gone, Mam. She’s left us.”There was a cry, and a muffled exchange before Gwen’s father came on the line.I’m so sorry boy,” he said, his voice taut with emotion. “How did it happen?”“She gave birth no problem,” he answered, trying to remember. I kind of felt foolish, but I knew in my heart Agnes could hear me. “Agnes, I want to ask a favor. Would it offend you if I gave the girls a bracelet apiece? I know they would treasure them. They’re good girls, Agnes. They work hard, don’t complain, try to better themselves, are kind and loving to their friends and family. Both came from modest backgrounds, and could truly appreciate how special they are. Do I have your blessing?”I stood for a second, and watched, stunned, as a couple of photos. “I am lost I fear, and have lost all my money; could I give you my ring as payment?”In any normal faery story the publican would have tested the gold with his teeth and welcomed the drinker; but this was closer to reality and the publican told him to “Fook off yer vagrant”A fellow drinker took sympathy and bought him a drink of Todshort Bitter. “Thank you my friend, this is truly a pleasant beverage. Can you tell me where this place is?”“This is Elfood Parva” The name perhaps indicated an. "Im sorry for bringing this up and hate to impose, but do you all mind if I use your shower tonight. My hot water tank is broken and my new one wont be installed for a few days." Melissa asked."Sure, feel free. If you need towels or wash cloths just let us know". my mom replied."Thank you. I appreciate. Im gonna run and get a change of clothes and be right back over." Melissa said.Melissa returned to the house and i showed her to the bathroom."If you need any help just call me." I said."Ok"she.