“That’s true… without my mother and father here, what I can buy is limited… reading to children is not like running a research facility or a wildlife reserve,” Lillie laughed lightly, starting to relax.

“Oh, no, I only play, I’ve never composed any music… but it means a lot to me, this piece. It’s called Mother and Daughter. It’s always… made me feel less lonely. I’ve had my fill for today, I think.”