She wrapped her arms around him, "Love, you nothing to apologize for. You are making progress. You are going at your own pace.  You are beginning to feel comfortable speaking. I can not expect you to accept all thing at once. You are right. Dancing was forbidden and Malora was harsh. Of course, going to a ball would mean beatings. Oh. Jasper, I am so sorry. The horrors you have endured. Balls to you are terrifying. I will not make you go. You may stay with Ann."<br/><br/>Kate sniffled and kissed his hands, "Yes. You will stay with Ann. The only place you will accompany me is in town and Heidi's. You may train Papa's guards and work outdoors. How does that sound?"