The Invitation.

Lady Vena also didn't speak. She was considering his request. So their conversation lulled into a period of silence.

Eventually Lady Vena said, "If she wants to leave, then she can leave. I have no use for her anyway."

Brooks bowed and said, "Thank you, my lady."

She waved him away. "Just leave me and go take care of the boy who you care for more than me before I get too jealous and take back what I said about Geltra."

Brooks left hurriedly, leaving Lady Vena with her thoughts. 

She said to herself, "At least the neighbors will be happy that he is leaving."

—

Arthur woke up completely a few days later. At that point, most of his injuries have healed. 

Every cut on his skin and hands has healed. They were specially treated with medicine that ensured that they didn't scar. So even signs of his abuse at the hands of his mother had disappeared.