#9: Meeting Leon’s Father, Ken
Ken Carrington met them at the steps, tall and softly spoken, and his presence seemed to calm the air. Instead of taking the hand she offered, he drew Freya into a warm hug and said, “It is wonderful to finally meet you. We have heard so much.” The kindness felt genuine, and she understood at once where Leon learned his steady care.
She tucked away her surprise and crossed the sweeping drive with measured grace. The lawn rolled toward the lake like a cloth. Leon had always been honest about his background. Seeing the breadth of it in person still took her aback.