Chapters 43-45 Summary

Neva Collier discovered a large brown envelope on her desk. It was addressed to Rachel but found its way to Neva because everything intended for Rachel was routed through her. Neva took care of Rachel's supplies and communicated with her via telephone just once a year. Never before had Rachel received mail. Aside from the package that was labeled confidential, there was a second letter attached. The second letter, intended for herself, introduced Nate and his relationship with Rachel. Nate asked that he be contacted when the package was received so that he would know that it had arrived. He also generously offered to pay for additional items that Rachel needed, such as a new boat, motor, and antivenin. Neva did telephone Nate and they discussed Rachel's work. She had a field assignment so little contact was made. Neva told Nate...