Remnants (3)

Eric drove even faster than earlier and the car screeched to a stop in a record fifteen minutes this time. A grave-looking Jorge carried Mirabel out of the car and into the house.

He met a worried-looking Flora but ignored her and used the elevator to the third floor this time.

Flora stared after him helplessly and in slight fear, for he looked so unapproachable. She mustered the courage to follow them but was stopped by Mr. Benny. The old butler laid his hand on her shoulder and shook his head, but Flora was apprehensive and wanted to know if Mirabel was alright, so she turned to the next person, Eric. Eric knew exactly what her worries were even without her saying anything, so he answered, "I think that Mrs Trimshaw is only in shock, but she should be okay,"