Ignore Them

The voice was cold and condescending that left a shiver run down the spine of the butler. He bowed his head readily. He would be anywhere but here. Thank goodness this new master was leaving. Though he was worried about Killian, he consoled himself that even his presence could not save Killian if he wanted to hurt the child.

"Yes, of course. They would wait. Wait for hours. This is part of their job.'' Only when Cedric nod, did the butler feel he could breathe again. He left the room hurriedly.

"No one is allowed to leave the hall. You are going to wait for your grace to come and address you." he announced to the waiting staff. Many of them were not working already, so it would not matter how long they were standing there.