The nurse's supposition that Natalia--no, "Sarah"--knew "Dana" and thus had that lead-in to "Thomas" had been assumed to be a fabrication, much as the names used were. Apologetic for her intrusion, but more than willing to sit and become acquainted with this person, Natalia had not thought much of the why, until he said their names, and then his own.

Claude. Guy had absolutely mentioned a Claude!

"My, Claude!" Natalia exclaimed, delight more than evident in her tone. "Guy told me that I must meet you, and here we are! I'm very nearly grateful for that woman. I'm very pleased to meet you."

Setting down her tray then sitting herself, Natalia moved as she spoke; unfolding a napkin over her lap, cutting the sausage into even segments, then diving the french toast, as well. Though curious about his "accident", certain boys stole the conversation for the moment. "Guy and Luke are very dear friends. I couldn't possibly say enough. Anise, too, of course... I trust that, if you know Guy and Luke, you also know Anise?"