Dark Star blanched, instinctively placing a hand on her womb. Smallpox was deadly - and contagious.

"I need a miracle!" Dancing Turtle now wept. "I will believe in your God. Please help us..."

Brebeuf nodded, "Only God can help your child now..."

Shoulders quivering, Dancing Turtle wept.

Joining Brebeuf in prayer, Dark Star held Dancing Turtle close, unaware that their prayers were too late. The baby was already ...