"I think Father has a right to know," Jaime said.

Diego caught the concern in his son's voice, as he hid in the hallway. Victoria glanced at him, and away quickly.

"Perhaps….Perhaps what he doesn't know won't hurt him."

"You think I should? Really?"

"You should do it if you want to, Jaime. Zorro won't let any harm come to you. He is a good man. A trifle foolish sometimes, but you'll be safe."

"My brothers are only being taught by Father," Jaime said thoughtfully. "I will be taught by Zorro himself."

Victoria glanced at Diego, who shrugged a little.