Chapter 36: A Mouse, a Flask, and a Decision, Part 2

Shaking his head, Corey tossed the card back on the counter out of the way. Then, returning his attention to Waddlebug, he said, "Prepare the tea, and make sure that you put this in her cup." With that, he pulled the small flask containing the powerful blue liquid out of his pocket and shoved into the mitt of his assistant who stared at it in trepidation. "What is it?" Corey asked, still annoyed.

"Nothing," Waddlebug said, staring at the flask. "It's only I'm not sure I want to be a part of this. I don't think you should do it, make her stay if she doesn't want to."

With a huff, Corey took the flask back, shoving it into his pants pocket. "Fine. Then, when the tea is ready, call me in, and I shall put it in for you. All right?"

Without saying a word, Mr. Waddlebug nodded solemnly and watched as Corey crossed back over to the door. As always, his disposition changed as he pushed the door open, the smile returning to his face in order to appease his company.