Back at the castle, with the adrenaline subsiding and their wounds tended to, Iris gathered Ray, Sir Marco, and Commander Thornwood in her study for a meeting. They needed to discuss the events that had unfolded in the village, analyse their strategy, and determine the next course of action. The breach from last night and the attack on the village could not be a coincidence.
As soon as they arrived at the castle, the butler welcomed them and provided help to take the injured to the lady's study. She knew all of them were exhausted, but she had to know what they thought about the attacks, especially as they were the only ones who knew about the intruders from the night before.
Arriving in her study, they helped Commander Thornwood to the coach there and Sir Marco collapsed beside him. The butler waited, standing by their side while Ray went straight to the window, gazing outside. Iris took her maid and sat her on the chair behind the desk.
