Part one of term paper
As Eppie grew on she remained content with the knowledge that Silas was her father and her mother had passed away when she was an infant. This lasted until the day of her twenty-first birthday. On that spring morning Eppie awoke with a feeling of happiness. It was going to be a beautiful day and although the sun was just rising, Eppie cou ...

Part two of term paper
... he'd kept for nearly twenty years would soon be let out. Eppie sensed remorse and could feel his sadness, even without knowing his reason. Silas forced a smile and opened his outstretched hand to reveal a small, cloth-covered box. Eppie reached over and with a bit of fear she slowly grasped the box and began to untie it's ribbon. She too forced a smile. When the gift was finally open, after what seemed to be an eternity, Eppie reached in and delicately lifted out a small golden locket. Immed ...