In the manor, after the two women left, Samuel still talked to Margareth for a few minutes. He gave her a few instructions to ensure that Jocelyn's recommendations were followed closely, and gave her and her husband the rest of the day off. After they left the room, he called again for Peter and asked for a cup of tea. Samuel was starting to drink it when he heard the paws on the door. The man's brows rose slightly on his forehead, but he stood up and went slowly to the door. It was with immense surprise that he saw the apprentice's dog. Looking behind it for someone, he leaned closer and patted the dog's neck, seemingly puzzled. "What are you doing here, boy? Where's your master?", he asked, hoping to see Jocelyn at any moment.<br/><br/>At Jocelyn's home, it didn't take much longer than the time the young woman took to get ready for Edgar to get to the house. As usual, he greeted the whole family politely. It was clear that something was bothering the man, though. He seemed worried, and his expression made it clear that he hadn't slept well the previous night.<br/><br/>After the greetings and politely accepting a cup of tea just so Jocelyn's mother wasn't offended, Edgar approached his betrothed. He seemed shy and worried as he touched her arm only to get her attention. "Can we... can we talk for a moment?"