The Wrong Girl (Freak House)
“When he straightened, he raised his eyebrows in question, but did not step aside."I need to speak to Mr. Langley," I said. "She may enter," came Langley's voice from within.Bollard opened the door wider and I went through. It took me a moment to realize Langley wasn't in the immediate part of the room furnished as a parlor, but in the end that served as a laboratory. He sat at a low table, his head bent over a microscope."Mr. Langley, I—"He held up his forefinger for silence, and I dutifully sh...ut my mouth, biting my tongue in the process. I waited as he wrote something down then wheeled his chair out and turned to look at me."I'm glad you've come to see me, Violet," he said. "We need to speak about London again. It'll be easier without Jack here." He moved his chair forward, pushing the wheels with his hands. It looked arduous and progress was slow until Bollard rescued him. Once he was near me, Langley indicated I should sit."Refreshments, Bollard," he said. When the servant hesitated, he added in a softer voice, "I'll be all right."Bollard left, but the exchange piqued my curiosity.MoreLess
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