The Death of Nicholas & Roland Hannon Smallpox snuck through the city of Windenburg faster than one could blink an eye. Many families lost loved ones during the summer epidemic including Mary Virginia & Peter Hannon. Both of the Hannon boys, Nicholas and Roland, did not survive the outbreak and the loss was a devastating blow to their family. None felt the loss more deeply than their mother, Mary Virginia. The death of her sons changed her almost instantly. Once a well-known socialite in the community (thanks to her family being southern royalty due to the success of her father’s company within the lumber industry), Mary Virginia turned into a shut-in and rarely leaves the darkness of her bedroom. If she leaves her room, it is only to sit by the window and gaze into the endless depths of Lake Windenburg. Peter often tries to console his wife however, he too can barely process this unexpected loss. Only time can heal this family.

Home to the Hannon family. Mr. Peter Hannon, his wife Mary Virginia Hannon (the eldest daughter of the Barron family), and their sons Nicholas and Roland traded the city life for the hushed tones of the shore. Although Hannon Hill still contains a handful of elegant furnishings, it cannot be compared to the grander of Barron Manor.

 Mr. Peter Hannon pursued Mary Virginia Barron for over a year until she agreed to take his hand. His interests in leisurely activities instead of more serious topics such as politics and business drove Mary Virginia’s studious mind away from the thought of ever accepting him. It wasn’t until he focused on proving to her that he could depart from his love of attending beautiful dinners and parties and settle down that she took his hand. Shortly after giving birth to their sons Roland and Nicholas, Mary Virginia decided to teach at the local schoolhouse in order to continue her love of learning. The clean air and forced isolation from the city provides the boys a quieter life which she and Peter are thankful for. Will Mary Virginia grow to miss her life in the city or will she continue her quaint duties?