Eric "Do you..." A haunting presence at the doorway stopped me. I turned there to see an apprehensive guard. "What do you want?" " Father Nicholas is here." Anthony turned blue and If I had a mirror, I'd be the same. I sent the guard on his way and said to Anthony, "Why is he here? The coronation isn't until a week after." "I have no idea. Let's find out." We trotted on. Father Nicholas's face lit up seeing us appear. "Well, Well, Well. It's a wonderful surprise to see you, chums, all grown up." Goodness, How conceited could this man be. He visited two months ago. It was like he had ties with the castle. "It's wonderful to have you here father Nicholas. Why are you here?" Anthony dealt me a jab that sent me reeling. I grimaced back. "I get the feeling you don't want me to

