For the greater good

 

A short time later, after Eliza had told Sadie another funny story about her “missed opportunities” a sullen looking Katherine walked back into the library.

“Sadie may I speak with you, alone?” she asked, purposefully ignoring Eliza.

“Ah…” Sadie didn’t want to be rude. Eliza was at least being nice to her.

“I am leaving, Katherine,” she snapped. “Remember what I said…small doses.” She winked at Sadie and walked away.

“What was that about?”

“Um, I am not sure.” Sadie twisted her hands together.

“Hmmm.” Distracted, Katherine watched Eliza walk over to the couch and sit down.

“So, what would you like to talk about?” Sadie prompted.

Katherine turned back around. “Oh, I spoke with Devlin and he told me the truth about you.”

Sadie eyes rounded. “He did?”

“Yes and I wanted to tell you not to worry,” she said, placing her hand on Sadie’s arm. “Your secret is safe with me.”

“You really believe me?” She swallowed hard.

“Yes, how could I not,” she said simply. “I am sure Devlin has already informed you that I am from the future as well.”

“Well, he did but…”

“Where is the necklace?”

“I ah…misplaced it.” Once she dumped out the lie, her face flamed with color.

“Well if you truly want to stay here you will need it for the ceremony.”

“The ceremony?” she choked.

“You want to stay don’t you?”

“Well, yes, I do, but…”

“Do you want to stay or not?” Katherine snapped, watching for her reaction.

Sadie looked through the doors at Devlin. “Yes, I want to stay.”

“Wonderful!” Her entire demeanor switched, and she grabbed hold of Sadie and gave her a hug. “We will be the best of friends.” Katherine gripped her arms, and squeezed.

Sadie winced, watching Katherine’s sudden enthusiasm, feeling a bit confused. One moment she was snapping at her and the next she was hugging her. Must be hormones, at least she hoped it was only that.