7: CONFRONTATION

Ben and Sarah laughed loudly until tears ran down their eyes as they listened to Jared tell them the events of the day, especially what had transpired between Simon and Alvira.

Even though it was shocking to hear someone act like that, it was also a great relief, at least now they have someone who could match up with the stubborn Simon, and if all things were equal, she might be able to force him out of the prison that he had turned that room into.

"If we had gotten her employed here earlier, I wonder how much progress we would have made with Simon," Ben said as he wiped his tears.

"That is very true sir, not only did she force Sir Simon to let others help him, she also made sure he ate the breakfast prepared by the cook," Jared explained.

"Really? He ate the food Edda made?" Sarah asked with surprise.

"Yes madam, he did," Jared said.

"Hmmm nice," Sarah said with a nod, "when did she get off work?" she asked again.

"6 pm, she left when Sir Simon had his dinner and had no other n