Sandra was exquisitely sensitive tothe slightest nuance of unusual behaviour and Marge and Jenny had alsonoticed Octavia's lingering gaze. Octavia sen...ed the tension andimmediately turned to the night logbook to divert any furtherattention."Well I -. Look, give me a call, if you encounter any difficulties.I'll check in again at ten then I'll sleep in the spare room in thestaff cottage across the grounds tonight, just in case; O.K?" Fine by me," smiled Sandra who tactfully allowed Octavia the. " Until next time." He bowed low and walked towards the door, a broadsmile on his face.Beatriz moved the coin slightly. It would be safe, there in her corset,until she could give it to Lady Cerise. It was payment -- and agenerous tip -- for her services. She looked around, then walked intothe parlor.Rosalyn was alone, sitting on one of the couches reading an issue of_Godey's_ _Lady's_ _Book_. 'Looking at the new fashions, no doubt,'Beatriz thought. Aloud, she asked, "Where is everybody?". ” Dropping his shoulders, he turned around to observe all the broken furniture. He detected something which looked like a figure of a body.It was Tony, the security guard. He was lying on his back motionless. He appeared to have something in his mouth. On inspecting the corpse closer, that is when Billy realised what was in his mouth. Billy started to shake his head. He felt the anger build up inside him, as the man lying there was a good man. He would always look out for everyone in the. It was a testament to my improvement over the past month that I could keep up with him, even without the use of my ability. The balance did tilt in my favour though when I started using my ability. For the first time in a few days, I felt carefree, just enjoying the moment.But, alas, all things must come to an end. Before I knew it, we were done for the day and duty beckoned. We freshened up before moving towards the club, my mind again occupied with thoughts of the coming conflict only I was.