"It was necessary. After Jimmy was conceived, the leader of the Order took ill. I was expected to lead in his stead. I came back to see Regina again after he died, which was when Carlotta was conceived. I wish I could have been there to help Regina raise our children, but my duties kept me away." He sighed. "Surely, you must understand that. You do not plan to fault Carlotta for her travels after your son is born, do you?"

Evie shook her head. "That is not the same. Her job is helping immigrants who are making their life in America, and it also provides us with an income. Your 'job' was saving the world. I've got no evidence you ever did, aside from us still being here. That's hardly conclusive. And I know you never provided Regina with any sort of money to he...

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