Chapter 47: Tending wounds- Part 3

Seeing the retreating figures outside Elliot said, "You're worried about Norman."

"Would it be petty that I am?" the Lord questioned his friend.

"Certainly not. Being cautious never hurt a soul," Elliot grinned picking up a brush from the side to see what it was before throwing it away, "Even though it's been years since Norman has stepped down from the position he still controls authority in the south through his nephew's connection."

"Scheming he is but we all are. Me being the better one in it," Alexander replied with a crooked smile making his friend laugh at his words.

"Katie has been getting into troublesome situations," Elliot commented.

"So it appears," Alexander murmured looking up at the ceilings.

He snapped his fingers to see the objects in the room rattle like an earthquake that was about to take place. Strong wind blew outside the house and it made Elliot wonder why he didn't go with Oliver.