Book the Second, Chapter the First: A New Century
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"Of course, Captain Palliser," says Henry. "How may I help you?"
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"It was impossible not to overhear Lady Highdark's question to you regarding her younger daughters. However it was fair Georgina who summoned me here - you understand of course, that there was no shameful purpose behind her entreaty, and that her desire for aid should not be misconstrued. But I confess that I am a man of the here and now, and somewhat out of my depth." William relates what Georgina told him, relying on His Lordship's discretion. "I have heard such illnesses of the mind may run in families. I would not like to think there is a connection between Georgina's fears and what you have been called upon to investigate. And yet I cannot bring to mind any other explanation beyond youthful fancy. And if so, it seems you might be better able to aid her than I."
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Doctor North and Captain Palliser are awakened in the night by the sound of a woman sobbing loudly outside. For the moment, this remains a mystery, although they will soon learn what has transpired during their slumber. Being of chivalrous nature, they will of course rush to the windows of the rooms and see if they can determine what is the matter.
What has occurred, they will later be informed, is this. The woman rushed away from the Hedge Maze in a state of agitated sorrow. Her heavy gown prevented her from escaping entirely from Monsieur de Labrousse, who only wishes to help her, although it was a long and difficult chase. As it was, she was able to reach the west side of the manor house, where she made movements as if she intended to climb the outside wall. Seeing the Frenchman close behind, she abandoned this effort, and ran around the back of the house, leading her pursuer a less-than-merry chase, finally falling to the ground on the east side of the house, below the guest rooms on the third floor. Here she remains, wailing and moaning incoherently.
What has occurred, they will later be informed, is this. The woman rushed away from the Hedge Maze in a state of agitated sorrow. Her heavy gown prevented her from escaping entirely from Monsieur de Labrousse, who only wishes to help her, although it was a long and difficult chase. As it was, she was able to reach the west side of the manor house, where she made movements as if she intended to climb the outside wall. Seeing the Frenchman close behind, she abandoned this effort, and ran around the back of the house, leading her pursuer a less-than-merry chase, finally falling to the ground on the east side of the house, below the guest rooms on the third floor. Here she remains, wailing and moaning incoherently.
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William is used to keeping track of direction and proceeds to descend by the direct route to reach the stricken woman's location.
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Henry also hurries downstairs to see what assistance he can render, bringing his medical case.
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Once the situation is explained to the new arrivals, Doctor North begins an examination.
Although the process of diagnosis proves difficult, mostly due to the woman's agitation, inability to communicate, and lack of co-operation, Doctor North is finally able to determine that she is suffering from a state of both extreme excitability and extreme melancholy; a most dangerous combination indeed. A full cure would require several months of rest and isolation, accompanied by multiple sessions of induced purging of black bile. For the moment, it might be possible to restore the victim to a communicative state through the use of sedating nostrums administered in a tranquil environment, although this is a treacherous procedure, not without risk.
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"Ah, my poor cherie," Vincent says sadly. "Even though I believe she attempted to trick me, such sorrow brings a tear to my own eye and to my heart." Gently he takes the perfumed handkerchief from her. "She can have my guest room for the night; I will sleep in the servant's quarters if necessary."
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Henry tells the others his diagnosis, and the possible risks involved in bringing her to her senses quickly. "Do you know who she is?" he asks. "Whoever is responsible for her should make that decision, either her parents, or, if she is married, her husband, for she is in no condition to decide anything for herself."
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Vincent notices that the handkerchief still bears the unmistakable aroma of the strange perfume.
None of the guests have ever seen this woman before. Her ravings have subsided to an appreciable degree, probably due to simple exhaustion. It would be possible to transport her without rousing the interest of anyone indoors, if so desired. (There are, by the way, a sufficient number of guest rooms on the third floor to provide the woman with her own accommodations, without requiring Vincent to vacate his own.) On the other hand, perhaps the guests would prefer to wake a servant, or even one of the family, to see if this person is known to them.
None of the guests have ever seen this woman before. Her ravings have subsided to an appreciable degree, probably due to simple exhaustion. It would be possible to transport her without rousing the interest of anyone indoors, if so desired. (There are, by the way, a sufficient number of guest rooms on the third floor to provide the woman with her own accommodations, without requiring Vincent to vacate his own.) On the other hand, perhaps the guests would prefer to wake a servant, or even one of the family, to see if this person is known to them.
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"I shall convey her inside," says WIlliam. "She may still need your care, Your Lordship, which leaves it to you Monsiuer to rouse one of the footmen to discern whether she is a member of the household."
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Vincent considers. "I think, Capitaine, it may be best not to alert those in the house to her presence until she can explain herself to us. She has suggested in her secret messages that there are enemies here at Highdark Hall and whether they are also our enemies remains to be seen, non?" He shows the perfumed handkerchief to Doctor North. "This substance is chemical not magickal, Docteur. Perhaps a, how do you say, analysis can tell us more?"
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""I see the sense in that Monsieur."
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