Chapter 12: Up and About) So what did you think of Medicine Bow, Josie? It was very nice, Uncle Henry. I like Randy and Ellie. So do I, Josie. Randy's a good boy. It's funny, even though he's grown now I'll always think of him as a boy. How old was he when you first met him? He was only thirteen. He was tall for his age, though. Did he have any other family aside from his parents? Yes, he had an older brother named Johnny. I wasn't here at the time, but the Virginian told me about what occurred. Not long after he first came, Johnny came to Shiloh. But what Randy didn't know was that he was an outlaw. And there was trouble and Johnny was killed. But he would've killed both Randy and the Virginian if Steve hadn't stopped him. The Virginian told me about Steve. And Randy chose to stay with you and Betsy, didn't he? Yes, he did. And we were all glad because Shiloh wouldn't have been the same without him. I'd better go and check on Jamie. Alright, I'll have one of the boys put the team up. You're awake. How are you feeling, Jamie? Better, thank-you. That's good to hear. Could you help me sit up? Sure. Is that better? Yes, Josie. You need a shave. I do? Take a look for yourself, Jamie. Oh, you're right,Josie. I do need a shave. But this arm of mine is the one I shave with. I don't do too good with the other one. I could do it for you if you like. I'd be obliged to you if you would. I'll get some warm water and my uncle's shaving things. Here we are. Just tell me if I'm doing something wrong, alright? I will. My mama used to say that shaving is just like getting a haircut. You have to hold still or you might get cut. That's a pretty good saying, Josie. Whenever my mama cut my hair, she told me to hold still. And did you? Yep, because I didn't want to get cut. How am I doing, Jamie? Just fine. I don't mean to be bold or nothing, but you're very gentle about it. Thank- you, Jamie. That's the loveliest thing anyone ever said to me. It was a pleasure, Josie. I like you. I like you, too, Jamie. There, all done. Feel better? That was the best shave I ever had. I'm glad I was able to do it for you. Are you hungry? If it wouldn't be too much trouble, I could take a little nourishment. It's no trouble at all. I'll go down to the kitchen and fix you something. I'll be right back.