The Tilney Family Album: Volume XVIII
While Alexander and Theophilus complete their studies at uni, let's see how Alexander's dad and step-mum are doing, rattling around the family home all on their own for the first time in over 40 years.
Well, they're certainly still enjoying each other's company - over leisurely pancake breakfasts.
But they do miss having the younger generation around, and play host to family gatherings at every opportunity.
It's just like old times.
Even Jasper and Bennet manage to be civil to each other, for their parents' sake.
Henry is also enjoying mentoring some of the younger staff at the hospital, such as Clara.
He quickly found some common ground with Willoughby - over their shared fascination with all things science - and his new acquaintance is particularly intrigued to hear the out-of-this-world tale of Alexander's conception.
Kobe the ex-stray has settled in well with his new family - even without his first friend Alexander being around - but it's hard to shake the habits of his past life on the streets, and he's taken to sleeping in the oddest places.
Maybe having his own bed will help him to feel that he's finally at home. Sleep tight!











