Chapter 72

“How many extra lots are there with this house?”

“Two on each side and five across the back. As you know, your grandfather inherited the house. He bought the additional lots later. He thought they would appreciate, and so they did, but in the end, we valued the privacy they provided and kept them. Why do you ask?”

“Because I’d like to build a good-sized swimming pool in the back, with a clay or gravel track circling it for running. At the moment, we aren’t too keen on running in the park after I’m once again able to do so.”

The old lady let out a huge sigh.

“What was that about?” Charles said.

“That, my dear, was a sigh of relief. I was so afraid that you boys would eventually stop taking the danger you may be in seriously.”

“Oh, we take it very seriously indeed, and we intend to continue doing so. So much so that we want to build a wall around the perimeter of the property and install some security cameras.”

“You may do whatever you think necessary with my blessing.”