Summary

In Chapter 38, Ursula often calls Amy to talk about Gilda and the baby. Ursula had known Gilda had health issues but was not aware it was so serious. Ursula suggests Ian and Gilda marry as a responsible step, though she says the marriage might not last. Ran is initially against the idea because of Amy's age. When Amy and Ran decide marriage is a good idea, Gilda and Ian refuse but later give in. Ursula is disappointed that Gilda and Ian will not live together, and that Amy and Ran are searching for a school abroad for Gilda. They consider Greece, planning to include Julie, but settle on France, partly because of a school there and partly because Ran has more faith in the medical care. They decide Julie, Gilda, and Carla will live in Paris for a semester. Gilda will attend Saint...