Elijah patted his shoulder. "It's alright. I know you care about your family. And I am sure they will in a little time. Hopefully sooner than later."

He glanced at Bram and his expression turned sad. Had no one explained things to him? Of course not, poor Bram was always being dismissed. He gestured for the boy to come close. "I am sorry.. she.. she is moving away. You may see her now and again, but it will probably be months before she'll be able to visit you. Especially with the baby coming. She will be far away and quite busy."