Chapter 181
The next day, Madeline stood by the front door where she watched Victor leave in his carriage again.
During Victor’s busy time preparing them should Zayne’s plans go wrong, he had to speak to the town guards who had to know where Rose came from. After hearing Rose’s story of how the town guards were not of any help, Madeline didn’t want the guards to see Rose yet to disappoint her once more so she sent Victor to tell Rose’s story.
"The manor is suddenly so busy. We must do something to help the girls not worry. What do you suggest?" Madeline asked Emmett.
"The lady is interested in the fields behind the manor. The wood gates are up and the lord has placed guards there. Perhaps it is time you allowed her to venture. A good day is upon us for a picnic," Emmett suggested.
Madeline looked to the sky and agreed it was a good day. "I was not keeping her there only for her to not recall something bad. I was doing it so I don’t have to relive that day. Eight years isn’t enough to make me forget how I let her slip from my fingers. I cannot keep her from going there."
Madeline turned to Emmett, saying, "Rosaline is still as curious as ever. She has not lost the side of her that wants to explore. Arrange for a picnic in the fields. We are due a good day before something happens to shake our lives. I shouldn’t have said that to mess up our luck."
"You still believe in the power of the tongue," Emmett smiled, entertained by her regret. "I will have the picnic prepared right away."
"Thank you," said Madeline.
Madeline turned to her right to start going inside, but Alexander walking from the front garden caught her attention. "Have you lost your way?"