CHAPTER 36
“So this place is definitely haunted?” Joel says as we stomp outside.
“Yes, it seems so.” I quickly relay the strange conversation I’ve just had with Mr Potter. “And the funny thing is, I’m the only one here that seems concerned about it.”
“Try not too worry,” Joel takes my hand. “You can always snuggle up to me tonight. I’ll protect you.”
I smile shyly at him, “I’m worried about when you’re gone. I’ve got a night here alone. Do you have to leave?” I look at him with my best pleading puppy dog eyes.
“Sorry there’s no way I can stay. I’ve got to be back for work tomorrow morning.”
“Fair enough.” I look around at the vast expanse of white. “It’s beautiful out here.”
We walk across the garden, down towards the lake which is covered in a thin layer of ice. In the
