“I’d better get it,” said Rachel. She handed Leah to Danny then got up to answer the door. “Mum, Dad,” she smiled. “It’s so good to see you again.” And she meant it. Seeing them reminded her how much she’d missed them. She kissed them both on the cheek, which they accepted gracefully. “Come on in,” she smiled, her face aching with the strain. They walked into the living room to find Danny stood there with Leah in his arms. “Hello Gill, Rick,” he said politely. “Danny,” replied Rick. Gill peered down at her granddaughter, practically hopping with excitement. “Can I hold her?” “Of course you can,” said Danny pleasantly, handing her over. Gill took her in her arms and tears stung her eyes. “Aren’t you an angel?”
