He jots a quick letter to Alys apologising for his long absence, and asking for news of the children and of Dartington. He entrusts it to Sir Hugh, who is crossing the Channel with the King. ‘Is there anything I should add?’ Sir Hugh asks, tucking the letter into his saddlebags. ‘Just tell her I think I’ve seen a ghost,’ Harry says. Sir Hugh nods. Then he puts his hand on Harry’s shoulder. ‘Be well,’ he says. ‘I hope you find him.’

