5
A Plot Continues
Lord Creswell Vannen stepped out of his carriage, looking around the courtyard of the palace before walking up the stairs and into the large sprawling complex, paying no attention to any of the surrounding servants. He could hear his own people rushing after him and smiled. They needed to learn to keep up and anticipate his movements. It wasn’t like this one should be a surprise.
Lord Vannen spoke, knowing his manservant was at his shoulder.
“You’ve arranged for the room as I requested? I don’t have time to mess around.”
“Yes, My Lord, it’s your usual day room while you are here at the palace—it’s not far My Lord.” Mark scuttled up closer and took the lead. “This way, My Lord.” Mark swallowed, knowing having to use day rooms when he came to the palace always irritat
