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My Aunt. Chapter 17
Date: 10/11/2014, Categories: First Time, Author: Annamagique, Rating: 8, Source: LushStories
about this argument and, of course, he is our main suspect for the murder.” As he spoke, the door to the kitchen opened and Bethany appeared. I beckoned her to sit beside me. About the same moment, the main door opened and doctor Harris appeared closely followed by Philomena Watson. “Ah, William, Philomena. Please, take a seat,” My Aunt greeted them. “This is Detective Sergeant Morgan of the Suffolk County Constabulary.” Arthur Morgan stood. Good Morning, Sergeant,” they both said. “Good Morning to you, Sir, Miss,” he replied. As he sat down again, Lady Helen explained: “Doctor Harris is the surgeon who worked all night to try to save Maggie and Philomena is the senior Red Cross Nurse here. She also worked through the night to assist.” I smiled up at Phil. “Are you all right, Victoria?” she said. “I am sorry I couldn't let you help us, last night.” “I am fine thank you,” I answered. “I think Bethany had more need of me, as you said.” She looked to the young maid at my side. “And how are you, Bethany?” she asked. “Oh, oi'm much better now, thanks, Sister. Miss Victoria helped oi through. Oi don't know what oi would 'ave been loike without 'er.” Bethany looked at me as she spoke. Once again I felt the blood rushing to my face. Before I could speak, Aunt Helen rang the little hand bell and, as Melissa appeared she asked, “Before we begin, can I get something for your breakfast or have you all eaten? Sergeant?” she turned to Sergeant Morgan. “Don't put yourself to any trouble on ...