Chapter 16When Edison next opened his eyes, it was to see Mam Eira peering down at him and he realised he was back home, the cottage living room coming slowly into focus. He frowned, trying to remember what had happened. I crawled through the tunnel, but then what? Do I remember…
“Anand.”
The word was little more than a croak, but Eira seemed to understand. “Yes. Anand Wraith brought you here in person. ‘Twas he who stripped and washed you for me. I would have needed Gavril to help, and Anand offered to stay instead. The man may be a woolly-headed fool, but he has a good heart.”
The declaration caused Edison to chuckle, which turned into a cough.
“Take it easy, boy.” Eira held a cup of water to his lips. “You breathed a lot of dust; it’ll take me some time to ensure your lungs are clea
