Just wait, @gatticus, it's going to get crazy...really. Oh, the Hannah thing - a loose end I meant to tie up. One of Esther's friends whose father is connected to the Canadian government. Sorry, will make the connection clearer in later instalments. I guess I'm excited about where it's going and am like the guy in Leacock who got on his horse and rode off in all directions, lol. Thanks for being such a perceptive reader!