I knock on the door, and when Gwendolyn answers, she looks at me with complete curiosity. "Dante? I thought you went to play with your dog." She snickers snidely. "Not that that is any of your business, but I already did. I actually wanted to ask you some questions about something that I am not fully aware of. Can we talk somewhere private?" I said, gritting my teeth. "Of course, Aidan, darling, I will be back soon. Hang around for a bit, won't you?" She chuckled darkly and then motioned for me to follow her, "Come Dante. I'll take you to my private room."
I follow her but turn around just before she closes the door and see her husband chained to the wall naked with a gag in his mouth thrashing around. He has whipped marks across his chest and legs. I just smile and turn away. It reminds
