C103 Reassure Me, Charles

He noticed her hesitation, and how fixed her smile was. His heart was scared. "Evening Beth."

"How has your day been?"

"Good." His morning had been excellent. Charles hoped his night would not become the opposite.

"Lovely. I would like to have a word with you."

He nodded that she continued, but she would not speak, rather, she remained by the door, gaping at him