"Young master Niall is back!"
The glee and cheers in the Manor preceded his return. Niall took a minute to pause, and stare at the large building that had always been his home. It was strange to be back after five years. Five years at war, and, against all expectations, he'd returned. He'd been a young man when he left and now, he was a full-fledged adult, with a square jaw, a heavy bag on his shoulder, straight in his leather boots. He made his way towards the Manor, excited. Despite all the people cheering for his return, there was only one he'd been waiting to see. He crossed the threshold, and immediately felt a strange atmosphere welcoming him. The butler ran to his side to help him unpack, but Niall stopped him with one hand.
"I'll be alright, thanks. Just take my bag to my room,
