Joe had to admit that Rose had a point. He was still young enough for an adventure like that, and there was not much adventure to be found at the town railway station. But, he couldn't do something like that. Despite him being the oldest living child, John had run off in a selfish flash to leave Joe to carry the burden of the family legacy. Now with Ruth gone too, the idea of Joe himself leaving his family when they were hurting felt like a cruel act of betrayal.

"True, still could. But fer now me place is 'ere. Are you ready for your happy day, then?" Joe asked, changing the subject back to Rose.