[M.D. Holloway]

Elkton looked to his visitor and could see a few drops of blood trickle down. “My Lord your injured!” He rushed over and cast his lantern on the wound. “You’ve been shot with an arrow… no, a bolt from a crossbow! It’s still in as well. Stay still my friend, stay still. I shall see to it that you will be cared for.” Elkton rushed to the tower door and screamed “Manfred! To the South Tower! Bring water and bandages! Manfred!!!”

Within seconds three night servants were at the door and a moment later was Manfred. “Sir! What is it? What is it sir? Who is hurt? Who is hurt sir?” Manfred looked upon their guest. He dropped the bowl of water. A smile grew and he rushed forward.

“Manfred! Easy man, can’t you see the wound!” the Baron barked. “Sir…I see all to well…we have a guest for the night and I hope much longer! Welcome back my dear. Welcome home.”