I could not decide when to return to the Doone valley. I did not
like hiding from people. And did Lorna think that I was just a stupid
farmboy? But after some weeks, the weather became warm and
sunny, and the hillsides were bright with flowers. I sat out under an
old tree and cut the letters LD into it. Then I put on my good
clothes, went into the Bagworthy forest and walked up the stream.
It had rained a lot the night before, and the waterfall was very
full. The rock was difficult to climb, and I was tired when I
reached the top. I crossed the little stream, then sat down to rest.
After a few minutes I fell asleep.