“Please come in, Master Marius.” I bowed and opened the door to him.
He entered and looked around. There was an appreciative nod. At least he liked the house. It was something.
“What’s your name?” He asked.
“Echo Nightshade, sir.” I replied.
“You’re my child?”
“That is what my master and Ms. Rosalynn determined.” I told him with a small bow.
“You doubt them?” He pressed.
“I have no reason to. It’s the only answer I could give with confidence. I have no actual idea if it is the truth, so I have to trust they were correct. Can I show you to a room for the day?” I offered.
“Am I boring you, child?” Master Marius asked with a raised eyebrow.
“No, sir. I’m trying to be polite and offer you a place to rest. My master rests until about five in the afternoon. He may wake earlier on
