the butler who had invited him downstairs. The Earl and Lady were waiting for him to dine with the rest of the family. Hill walked slowly down the stairs. The large dining room was full of people who had come to see the party. Having finished his stomach-wrenching breakfast in whispers, he followed the group back to the conference hall. The count stood at the front of the hall and, facing Hill in the crowd, said with a smile, "Dear Hill, my precious second son, on this important occasion of y...
