She met his eyes as they locked onto hers and for a moment, she almost felt hypnotized by them. Their contact broke when Miriam suddenly spoke. "Well Amelia, why don't you go upstairs and settle in and we'll have dinner shortly. John, we have matters to discuss privately." When she spoke John stiffened and seemed to zone out. Miriam started out the door and it took a moment for John to move but he followed obediently. He stopped short of the door and turned to look at Amelia who was looking puzzled. His expression was solemn and sad as he sighed and walked out.
"Why did you bring another one here?" John sat in the oversized arm chair twiddli
