#394183 - Rachel broke down in tears all over again at the thought that she too might soon be made a public laughing stock along side her paramour! The carriage wound its way through town, until it reached its final destination, the church, the tallest and most imposing building in the small town. After dressing, Deacon Hancock sat her down and lectured her on the sins of the flesh, exhorting her to find strength in the Lord and keep herself pure until marriage! She would have to live in the church for the next month to complete her period of absolution, and Deacon Hancock would personally be in charge of her penance! Tomorrow they again would pray together, asking the Almighty to guide her to the path of righteousness! THE END.