Chapter 437: The Earl's Assistance
The next person upon their list was Earl Hawthorne.
Sir Aldous made his introduction to Peter, the guard stationed outside the Earl's chambers. Peter listened, his countenance carefully composed into neutrality.
"I understand the matter, though I must first make it known to his lordship before admitting you all entry," he said. "I shall return presently."
He turned to open the door, that he might enter the chamber, when Corvin spoke, arresting him.
"Is that so?" he asked.
Peter paused. "I beg your pardon, my lord?"
"I asked whether you intend merely to inform your lord of our arrival or perhaps something rather more besides. That he might be granted sufficient time to cover his tracks."
Peter's brow furrowed.
"That was never my intention, my lord."
"Then surely you must admit us at once, if such is truly the case," Corvin said.
Sir Aldous regarded him a moment.
