Adam blamed her for Steven's illness. More than anything it mattered toKathryn that Adam Brand should judge her fairly. How could he condemn herfor refusing to marry his best friend and move to Africa? After all, shedidn't love Steven. It was ridiculous to blame the blood disease Steven hadpicked up on her rejection of him. She considered writing to Steven, askinghim to tell Adam the truth. But how could she explain why she cared whatAdam thought? She couldn't even explain it to herself.