"He will forgive you. He doesn't want to lose you, Alice. Anything you did, I'm sure he'll forgive you. "

He didn't want to mention how Ben would certainly be more understanding since she showed regret. He looked shocked by Anne. "What? No. I was thinking having her stay with some nuns or a family that doesn't know her but is kindly until she had the baby. Then she could return, with the child saying its a relative's or put it up for adoption if she doesn't.. " He shook his head. "We will find a way that works. I don't want Alice to live in shame in town. She was in love, and he's the one who failed her."

He looked back at Alice, "I wish you'd both waited. But I understand, you're young. Just let this be a lesson for both of you to wait until you're married next time. " He rubbed his forehead. "I will make sure Ben doesn't do anything, Alice. But will you please come home? It'll be alright. I swear."