It was a month later, on a cool Sunday morning in November.
Julia was reading her a new journal, she had received in the mail, when she heard William.
"William, you're home, early. I thought church went to 10:00?"
He takes off his over coat, jacket, scarf and hat, and placed them on the chair.
"I have been shunned from church, until further notice."
Her eyes go wide, "why?"
"Father Harris, tried to reason with the congregation. They even blocked me from entering the church "he said as he sat down, "they believe Sister Helga is innocent."
"What did you, say?"
He rubbed his forehead, "I showed them the photograph of Susannah's bruises, and said to them, you call this innocent. She nearly killed my daughter and this man spit at my feet."
"What did you do?"
"I was about to punch him, when the Father stopped me, and told me to go home. As I was leaving, this woman shouted at me…Mrs. Hoover"
"Is she brute of a woman, who teaches Sunday school?"
"The very same. She said we're too soft on Susannah, and she needs to be disciplined."
"What's her number, I'll give that woman a piece of my mind!" She said as she goes to the phone
"Julia, Julia" he stops her, "let's not cause anymore trouble." And kisses her forehead
She caresses his face, "let's just get the matter over. I want to see that bitch hang"
"Julia" as he laughed and gave her a kiss, "where is Susannah?"
"Bethany, took her for a walk to strengthen her legs."
"I'm just glad she's beginning to get more strength back in her legs."
"I am, too William, and so happy, she was well enough to go Tricks or Treats."
As he was about to respond to that, Bethany walked in holding Susannah, who was sobbing, "what happened?" Julia asked as William took Susannah into his arms and began calming her down, "shh, it's ok, daddy's here"
Julia noticed Bethany's hair a mess, and a bruise on her face, "what happened?"
"We were walking down the lane, when that couple that lives in that White House…"
"The Graceson house?"
"Yes Mr. and Mrs. Graceson saw us, and we were minding our business. When Mrs. Graceson, came off her porch, and walked towards us, I tried to get away, as she pushed me to the ground, and kicked away Susannah's crutches, which made her fall to the ground. Mr. Graceson, approached us, I thought to help, but held me back as she yelled at Susannah to get up and walk. If it wasn't for Mr. Geer, their gardener who helped us get away, I don't know what would have happened"
Without a word, William handed Susannah to Julia, and left the house.
It was an hour later, as Julia finished bandaging up Bethany, as Susannah napped. "That Mr. Geer, fancies you"
"You, think?" Bethany blushed
"I see how he looks at you, and he defended you and Susannah against his boss"
She smiled, "you're right, he risked his job for me. Has the detective, ever do that for you, doctor?"
"Many times. He considered resigning" Julia said with a smile
Bethany smiled as well, of all couples she ever worked for, they were the most beautiful and loving couple.
They talked for a few more minutes, when William came home, "William, you're finally home"
"The Gracesons won't be bothering us or Bethany anymore"
"William, what did you do?" Julia asked with concerned
"I arrested them"
"That's it?"
"Yes, I got a warrant and they were arrested. Mr. Geer, asked me to give you this, too Bethany, and hoped you and Susannah were alright" he says as he hands her a card with a number on it
"I'm much better, thank you"
"And Susannah is fine. I got her to calm down. No further injuries, just scared and shaken"
"Oh, good"
"But, William why did they do such a thing to Susannah?"
"The Graceson's are friends of Sister Helga, and wanted proof Susannah was just faking"
Julia clenched her hand, "I would have love to give them a piece of my mind"
William holds up his wrapped up hand, "the inspector and I already did that to Mr. Graceson"
Both Julia and Bethany couldn't help but smile.
"Also, got news, the trial date is in 2 days"
"Finally, about time. Why took so long?"
"They needed a witness, they couldn't find. But, Watts tracked them down, they were under a false name, living in Ottawa."
"Well at least they found this person and we can see that witch burn in hell. Excuse my language, Bethany"
"No, not at all. I agree. And if you still need me to be a witness, I'm here."
"Thank you, truly from both of us" William said
Bethany nodded and left as she said her goodbyes
William and Julia didn't say anything, as they approached each other, and they passionately kissed, and made love on the couch.