‘It’s gone.’ ‘You’re sure?’ ‘Absolutely. It’s gone. They’ve done it.’ Kal said, ‘It’s like Frodo at MountDoom, isn’t it?’ She looked around. ‘I’m starving. Any chance of some pancakes? With ice cream and maple syrup?’ Helen nodded. ‘Oh, yes. Just like Frodo and MountDoom. I remember now, the first thing he did was stuff his face.’
