Keeping secrets (1)

"Didn't I say to send notices when you want to visit?" Edgar asked, holding the door to stop his mother from coming inside. By some luck it was him who received the message about her wanting to come inside the gates. 

"I did. It should have arrived a little over an hour before I did. Be grateful I have brought with me all the things Alfred wanted," Priscilla pointed at her carriage. "Have your servants bring them out for you and take them to wherever. Get out of my way, Edgar."

"It has not been a day as yet, but I am already regretting my decision to let you have entry to our home. Has her pregnancy suddenly made you like her or are you lonely? We can get you a dog to comfort you. A small one though I am tempted to get one of the big ones you are afraid of. There are a few somewhere on the property," Edgar said, seriously considering letting the dogs roam free.