Kate's heart sank as she scooped him up and carried him over her shoulder. She  took a deep breath as she wrapped the cat in her cloak. "Nothing will happen to you. I will not let it. I know your terrified. Let see if we can trap her and you can take revenge while she is in town. Courage, just breath. I am not letting go of you."<br/>Kate entered the inn and strolled in confidently to the elder woman the was elegantly dressed in a mink coat. "Hello Auntie. It has been ages. May I join you?" Kate sat down and held Jasper tightly through the cloth.<br/>The blond hair and blued woman blinked and motioned her to sit. Kate could not believe her eyes, Malora look like had not aged. "The fates have been good to you. You have not aged."<br/>The woman patted he face, "It's my own brew and little magic"<br/>Kate forced a smile, "I wondered when you would return."<br/>Malora saw the bundle in Kate's arms. "Is that my present to you?<br/>Kate patted the Savannah's back, "He is. I am curious to know why he was in such a state?<br/>Malora leaned back, "I am sorry. That was not my in tension, Draco planned that devilish plot. He feard the im...the slave would try to escape. My...I mean your pet some how managed to get his mana and used that ghastly weapon. I grew tired of him. He became a liability to business. Winning every event the customers become testy. Your pet there no longer drew in crowds. It was bad for business. I came here with am urchin I purchased back home. The scamp took off with my wedding jewels. "You did not happen to see him? Pesky brat. I'll show who's boss. If I get a hold of him again.'<br/><br/>Kate was fuming inside and managed to hold her anger. "I am sure he's long gone. I am curious why your here? Are you going to have words with Papa?"<br/><br/>Malora placed her hands on the table, "I thought about it. I have not decided if I would till now. No doubt you will tell him. I am here and I will have to explain I need his help."<br/><br/>Kate held her finger over her mouth, "You? Want Papas help?<br/><br/>"Yes. I have made up my mind and left that SOB."<br/><br/>"Oh. Do you think he will take you in? After..."<br/>Malora cut her off, "I  over heard him saying he only wanted me for money and he never wanted a wife. He spends more time in his lab and well...he just no not fun anymore. Kate, I wanted the power of black magic and it does not do for me. I had fire and it's gone out. That slave was the last pet and I did not want Draco to kill him. I  found that out too. Part of me just could not let him die. I was angry when he was unfairly brought down. I wanted to interfere but was afraid Draco would see ritgh through me. I arranged for him to be shipped to you. Not that I should care but did you save his life?"<br/><br/>Kate bent her head down and glided her hand down Jasper's feline back, "I healed him physically. Yes. I will not say he is alright. I never you to be so heartless. What has been done to his is unforgivable. What did you mean he was bread for me."<br/><br/>Malora leaned back and rolled her eyes, "I was wondering when you come  to that. It is true he has always been obedient once tamed. I watched him grow and his persona complimented yours. I could not give him to a total stranger. Am I right, you like him?"<br/><br/>Kate hair bristled, "I'll admit I do. He is more than a gift, Aunt Malora. Do you want me to tell Papa your staying here or will you call on him?<br/><br/>Malora shook her head, "I send word better we meet here. Enjoy my...your pet. He is...was special. Someday your will enjoy all his talents. He was made for you.<br/><br/>Kate stood up as Heidi passed, "He's a gentleman despite all. Happy Winterfest."<br/><br/>Malora nodded and lifted her hand and placed it back down, "Happy Winterfeast"<br/><br/>Kate calmly walked out and once away from the Inn let out a huff, "I am so mad I want to scream. Oooh that woman makes me so mad. How dare she. How dare she ruin my holiday. Oh here I am ranting and raving and you. Sweet Jasper, you've come so far. I hope I have not lost you again."