Bram nodded, and actually seemed quite excited. "Ye needn't do much but provide a roof and food, so it will be more quiet here for t' girls. Well, and make sure they don't go causin' trouble. Bram mostly." He looked at his youngest son. "Ye listen to Elijah, and to yer brother. I'll hear of it if you don't. Ye got that?"

Bram nodded sheepishly. Will reassured his father: "I'll look after him. We won't trouble Elijah at all. You needn't worry, father."

Ben nodded and turned back to Elijah. "Ye got full authority o'er them, but if it's becomin' trouble, do send 'em back. I'm sure I'll be better soon."