Daylight Robbery

"Is something wrong, Mortimer? You look panicked." Seraphina asked as she became worried once she got a better look at the butler who appeared as if he had seen something bizarre.

"Well... it's the... you know those... what I'm trying to say..." The man struggled to finish his sentences, but kept failing as his brain refused to work. "My Lady, you should come and take a look for yourself." He didn't wait for Seraphina to speak any further as he turned around and started walking towards the stairs.

Not having any other option left, Seraphina followed after him while still in her pajamas. Her face was puffy from all the sleep and her hair was a mess of curls as she washed them the previous night, but didn't wait until they were completely dry before going to bed as she was beyond tired and wanted to sleep quickly.