The Work of Grace
the captain introduces, adding, “Mr. James and Mr. Hammond, the Isle Royale’s marine engineer, Mr. Higgins. He’s among the finest to ever sail these waters—of more than ordinary brainpower, mettle and resourcefulness.”
Mrs. James smiles brightly and in that instant, the stoic Mr. Higgins appears mesmerized, staring an inordinately long period of time at her face before a generous smile splits his.
“Carry on, sir!” Captain Blake claps him several times hard on the shoulders, and offering an elbow to Mrs. James, ushers us on.
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