Now that I was ready, I felt at a loss. But not for long. Within moments of stepping into my elaborate shoes, Clara swung the door open and ushered us both out.
Kate and the maids left before me. I held back, wanting a moment alone with Sass before I exited. I softly closed the door behind the chattering women and turned toward the bed. He was up, watching me, tail twitching slightly where it curled around his front paws.
"There's something not right about Samuel." It was still troubling me and I needed someone to talk it out with. "I'm sure I felt power from him last night and yet Kate claims he has none."
Sassafras shook his head, silver fur shimmering in the sunlight. "Burdie," he said. "Go to the party. Have some fun. Come back. That's your evening. End of discussion."
He drove me
