The Return of the Patriarch

"Take me there?" I became a bit excited.  After the past months, Carroll finally could go to Brown Mansion and avenge me on those bullies there.  Shouldn't I be excited? "Yes, I'll take you there." After a doting stroke on my head, Carroll added, "To take revenge." Look, Carroll became childish because of me.  Brown Mansion was located atop a hill. It loomed behind the forests on the hillside. It was as luxurious as a white palace. I followed Carroll out of the car, looked up at the top tower in the mansion, and muttered, "They live in such a good place, so why do they keep picking on you?" "Are they short of money?" "Greedy." Gripping my hand, Carroll pushed open the door and walked into the house. Old Madame Brown and Nathan sat on the sofa, enjoying their tea and chat. The arrival of Carroll, this unexpected visitor, shocked them.  There was in their eyes caution, hatred, and fear that confused me. "Why are you here?" Nathan's hand, which was holding a teacup, trembled. "Madame Brow