His SOB Of A Father

Kira couldn’t catch what Austyn said, but she saw Elsie burst into tears. There was a look of shock and utter disbelief on the housekeeper’s face. She gripped Austyn’s arm and seemed to be seeking confirmation. Austyn nodded. Elsie wept. Kira guessed Austyn must have given Elsie some pretty bad news. She had an inkling of what it was. Elsie worked for Charlotte for years. She would have gone with her to South Rockwood, but Charlotte made her stay. When Austyn left Cedarwood Mansion, she left with him. She must be ecstatic by the news of Charlotte’s return, but those were not tears of joy Kira saw. Elsie look devastated. The sinking feeling in Kira’s stomach grew stronger. Austyn had relayed Charlotte’s message. Elsie was more than just a housekeeper to her. They were confidantes. Charlotte wanted to see her old friend one last time before she passed. Elsie cried for a whole hour. Then she took off her apron and got dressed in her Sunday best. The trio went to Stamford General, all with