Asher heard hushed conversation when he neared the kitchen. He slowed down and tried to listen to the topic.
It was about Emerald and the other night’s event.
He grimaced thinking that it was not a secret anymore. More and more people every day gain knowledge of that incident, and it will not be good for them.
“Do you think she’s not human?” One of the servants of the house whispered to the other.
“I can’t say that. But given the fact that she killed those six burly men, it’s scary having her around the house. We can’t tell when she’ll attack.”
“You’re right, Marishka told me to stay away from her.”
“But we really can’t do that since we have jobs to do here in the house.”
“I just wished she’ll vanish for good.”
“I think she’s a werewolf. According to those who witness, those dead men have huge wounds from a claw. If that’s the case, the Chief should cast her out.”
Asher balled his fist. For some reason, he hated hearing those kinds of accusations that were thrown at Emerald. He felt t
