Arabella went back to her room, bringing Lavinia with her.
“This place is still crawling with monsters," Arabella said. “It has only been a few days. I doubt any of them have even noticed a change. You should stay here for now. No one will come in here. I'm going to talk to him one more time. Just to make sure."
She watched Lavinia take a seat on the bed, slowly untying her hair.
“Arabella, everything will be fine. know I can do this. I know I can save him."
“I know," Arabella wrung her hands. “I know. I just worry about both of you."
“Go. Talk to him. I'll be here."
“When he comes in here I'll be right outside. In case anything happens."
“Nothing will happen."
Arabella nodded and headed up the hallway, letting the door close behind her with a click. Lavinia stayed
