Edgar felt slightly better when Evelyn seemed to calm down. He wrapped one arm around his future wife and walked inside the house with her. There wasn't much of a mood for a celebration, but the young man didn't want to upset his future father-in-law any further, so he entered the house and tried to act normal and happy.<br/><br/>Samuel took a deep breath while he waited for Jocelyn to make a decision. He knew it was not an offer suitable for an educated young lady. But at the moment, it was the best he could offer. He would have to think of something else later, though. When the girl smiled, he felt a little relieved. It seemed she was not offended, after all. With a sigh, he waited patiently for her to finish speaking, paying attention to her words.<br/><br/>"I am sure you will do well with the tasks required. It will not be for long. Just while I can't find something more suitable", he assured her, his voice now soft as usual. "It will be extremely unfair if the midwife rejects ou as an apprentice due to your father's unjust behavior. But you must know this town better than me, so I can't say she would not." The man sighed. It was obvious he was upset about the situation. Feeling powerless to help the girl as he would like was not pleasant at all.<br/><br/>"I would be immensely grateful if, on top of your duties, you would tend to Margareth as well. As I am sure she would be equally grateful. As for starting your work, I would say, when you have settled. We must find you a nice room, and you must warm up, rest, and have some time for yourself. Excuse me, please." Standing up again, he called for Peter. This time, the man came into the room. "Yes, my Lord?". "Please, show Miss Jocelyn to one of the servant's quarters. Have a fire lit, and arrange for a nice meal to be taken in there. She shall be aiding Margareth in her duties, once she has settled."<br/><br/>After giving his orders, the man walked up to Hunter, petting him gently. "This young gentleman shall be kept with Miss Jocelyn. Arrange for her to have quarters by the back door, so he can have access to the backyard, please."<br/><br/>As Peter excused himself to arrange everything, Samuel looked at Jocelyn again. "I assure you this is temporary. I will find you something more suitable soon."