Tillie's secret
For a moment Megs doesn’t know what to do. Then she rushes round the counter and wraps her arms around Tillie, trying to calm her.
Gradually Tillie stops sobbing, then she grabs a tissue and blows her nose loudly.
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“Yes, but I didn't want to.” |
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“I need a cup of tea. Come into the kitchen and I’ll tell you everything.” |
Tillie leads the way to a large kitchen where everything is clean, and dishes and pans are laid out for tomorrow’s food-making.
Tillie makes herbal tea for them both.
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“Yes. It’s so long ago now, but it won’t go away. I was arrested a couple of times demonstrating for women’s rights.” |
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“Things got out of control one time and a police officer died. Several demonstrators were arrested and I was let out on bail. I was scared and stupid. I went on the run and changed my name. Then I came to MacKenzie Wells and I didn’t want to run any more.” |
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“Yes. I don’t know how. But he threatened to tell Jean and other people in town – and to turn me in to the police. I’m frightened of losing my business, and my friends.” |
Megan is shaken by Tillie’s confession, and doesn’t know what to do next.
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