Chapters Thirty Seven -Thirty Nine Summary

Perry is much more open the next day, answering her questions and teaching her about her surroundings. She likes the things she is discovering about herself. That night he uses their blankets to make a hammock and tells her his deepest secret. He reveals the fact that his mother died giving birth to him, and that his father held him responsible. In truth, Perry grew up believing he'd killed his mother, and ruined his father's life. Stunned, she tells him how wrong he is, and insists that he is selfless and loving. She reminds him of the people he's saved, including her, and tells him that his heart is good. His Senses tell him that her words are true, and he holds her close.

They are in the foothills when Perry scents a badger. They...