Chapter 6. Stuart Finds a Goal in Life

"What about your mom?" asked Henry Taylor, deep in thought. She looked so vulnerable and disturbed that he didn't want to ask her any questions, but she was underage and he had to know the details before sheltering her under his roof.

"My mom and dad separated when I was six years old," she informed everyone. 

"Do you want to go to her?" asked Hannah Taylor gently.

"No, she had remarried after a year of leaving us. She didn't keep in touch. Last year we heard she was unwell. So I don't want to add to her woes," Vienna informed them.

"Unwell?" asked their dad.

"Yes, Mr. Taylor. She has leukemia," she informed as silent tears fell from her eyes. Hannah Taylor pulled the young girl into her arms.

"It's okay, dear. Why don't you stay with us?" she suggested, and Vienna nodded.

"You both must be tired. Why don't you freshen up? Have you eaten?" asked their ma, releasing Vienna.

"Yes ma, we had breakfast," informed Sean.