Tobias spoke to the minister softly while Iris calmed the baby and Jenny cleared away the bowl and cleaned the table. The minister didn't stay for long as he had other duties to attend. He put his hand on Tobias's arm - "Patience and kindness, Mr. Appleton." - and tipped his hat at Iris and then he was off.

Tobias walked over to Iris and the now sleeping babe. "Thank you, Mrs. Carpenter. How do you find your room? Is there anything you require?"