He turned to Wolf. “You must help us in keeping my brother in good spirits, Solent,” he said. “But I know I can trust you.”

When Wolf and Jason did finally cross the lane together and enter the opposite field⁠—which they achieved by climbing up a steep bank and pushing their way through a gap in the hedge⁠—the sense of peacefulness in the whole air of the place had intensified to a degree that was so enchanting to Wolf that nothing seemed able to disturb his contentment.