Jonas lifted Josie down despite her flinch. He held out his arms for Ruth. Eli hesitated before surrendering the baby.
Inside, the cabin was simple but orderly. A riverstone hearth anchored one wall. An oak table stood steady at the center. Shelves held jars of preserved vegetables. Quilts were folded neatly. A worn Bible rested on a side table.
“There’s food,” Jonas said quietly. “You and the children eat first.”
Angelina swallowed and began serving stew.
