Angel's Brother

A fierce summer storm rolls over the countryside as a group of boys scramble to bring Dora, a frightened little girl, back from a treacherous clay pit. A strong‑hearted farm labourer appears at the right moment, lifting the drenched child and carrying her to safety while the boys, shivering and soaked, trail behind. Their escape is marked by nervous chatter and a startling confession from Reginald Hope, who admits his own cowardice and fear of the consequences.

Back at Haresdown House, Gerald lies trembling in bed, haunted by guilt over the near‑tragedy and his broken promise to his sister Angel. Angel, torn between disappointment and love, kneels at his bedside, praying silently for Dora’s survival while the storm rages outside. As the night deepens, the children wait anxiously for Reginald’s return, uncertain whether the promise he made will be kept.