It took a few minutes to remember where to turn,but found my way to Mr. Roberts. His truck was out front, so I knocked on his door. After a minute he ...opened it.I said hello and thanked him for getting me in the rain and making sure I got home safe. He said it was nothing and was happy to do it. He asked if I wanted to come inside, I said yes. We went to the front room and sat,he asked if my grandmother knew where I was, I said I think so. I told her I was going exploring again. He said that's. Back to when we were in love and when I was happy in my job, I'd say it would be better with her. But in the last few years, it's all changed. Today ... I'd have to say it would be better without." Do you think your job had an effect on your relationship with your wife?"I should have guessed this question was coming. After all, I'd been asking myself the same thing over and over again."Yes. It couldn't help but put pressure on the marriage when I was away so much. But ... and it's a big but .... "Actually, I charge the floor with a fairly weak spell, despite the focus of the patterns. It's just too obvious. These stairs, on the other hand, are possessed of a deep warding. Were you not with me, Tyballa –"He didn't finish. He cast a knowing glance then climbed.When we reached the top, he said, "This way." We turned right and proceeded down a long passage with soft burgundy carpet, tasteful lighting, and many, many doors.She lay in bed with a thick blue fleece pulled up to her neck. There. " Sorry about that." I said offering her a smile. "Have you seen Maria? I need to talk with her." Oh, I see. Are you going to dismiss her Mr. Sam?" Pat asked with deep concern in her voice."Whatever gave you that idea Pat?" I answered. "Of course I'm not going to let her go. I came over to assure her that we view her as a friend as well as an employee. Maria has a self esteem problem and I hope to make her feel more comfortable with us as well as with herself."Pat's face literally beamed with.