Ann stood up and extended her arm "Take my hand".<br/><br/>"You already did. No shame. Stand tall and lift your head."<br/><br/>She squared his shoulders and kissed his cheek.<br/><br/>"You did nothing wrong. Erace your fears. Walk confidently downstairs do not cower. You do not need to cower to anyone anymore. Remember his lordship was once a slave."<br/><br/>She patted his upper back. "Feel the fear then count to five."