Lucas sighed with relief, meanwhile one of the help came over and started to help the guide clean herself up. Lewis’ attention stayed focused on the boy though.

“The ship will be here before that, but I promise Simone will be fine,” the assassin said as he pointed at Lucas’ food. “You’ll need to eat though. We’ve prepared some silver as well for when you leave, and a small bag of suppl-”

“I don’t think,” Lucas interrupted. His face went pale as Lewis gave him a look. “…er…I’m sorry…but….” He was quieter now. “I don’t…think Simone would be happy if I left when she couldn’t see me off, so…” The boy glanced to the side. “I could…at least…wait until she came back before…”

“That’s very noble of you, but the guilds operate on a schedule,” Lewis said. “I can’t really control when they leave. The next ship wouldn’t be out till tomorrow. And with a storm coming, they may not even be able to make that.” The assassin gave the guide a look, saying she was making a mess again.

“Oh…well…” The young man pushed his half eaten plate back. “I guess….I can…stay…for a little while longer…if that’s okay…..”

Lewis nodded. “Like I said…you’re always welcome here, Lucas.”

“Would it be okay if I excused myself to the library?” he asked.

“For the time being, yes. Although…I’m sure Simone will drag you to Jayou to meet Leilah for a once over once she’s awake. It’s an appointment, and Simone is usually good about keeping them,” Lewis replied.

“But wait, I thought you were about to send me off?”

The assassin smirked. “You don’t give Simone quite enough cred-” There was a crashing sound as the guide and her chair fell back. “…credit…” Lewis looked to the guide, and sighed. “Are you…okay Simone?”

Simone had only half been paying attention as she devoured what was in front of her. There was a little hum from her as she ate the eggs and ham. She had managed to scoot off the vegetables which were causing a fuss. She started to balance the chair with the back legs because she was bored and waiting for Lewis to finish up with Lucas. She held her arms out to balance herself when she let a light scream leave her lips as the chair and her went backward.

Her leg started to act like it was tapping as Simone crossed her arms. There was a glare and eyes slid over to Lewis. “What was she doing? Why am I on the floor?” It had been a smooth transition this time. Sure Simone looked tired but from the look on Simone’s face she was displeased.

“Was she CRYING?” She was so embarrassed. “Nevermind,” Simone said as she pulled herself up sat proper and cleaned her face. “And she just scoots the vegetables off the plate as if they are nothing!”

“PRECISELY MY THOUGHTS MADAM,” the butler was so happy Simone was back. They nodding to each other.

“The next time the Guide is out RIGOROUS manner training if you would.”

“Madam it would be my honor.” Simone was harsh.

Finally, Simone’s eyes fell on Lucas. “I would be happy if you stayed Lucas. The library is yours to scour. There’s one by your room too that has a smaller collection.” She was feeling her robe. “Why is there a hole in my robe?”

“…The other Missus was playing with a dagger and missed.”

There was a sigh from Simone’s lips. “She is not ever to be left alone. She is liable to kill herself.” Now that she was calmed down and centered herself her eyes once more went to Lucas. "In about an hour or two we'll be going to Jayou to get you checked out by Leilah. Please make sure you are presentable as they are good friends of ours. If Rhenakos speaks to you and trust me you'll know him feel free to ignore him."

The real Simone was back, finally, but that didn’t change Lucas’ apprehension towards either of the Simone’s. But at least he felt a bit better, and that she wasn’t dead due to something he had caused. Lewis was, of course, happy to see Simone back, and helped her up. They gave each other a knowing look, and then everything seemed to be okay. The help staff brought out a cup of tea for Simone, and set it in front of her.

“So…I guess…everything is okay then?” Lucas asked. “Then…I’ll be in the library ‘til you need me.” The young boy stood up and excused himself, darting out of the dining hall and up the stairs, leaving Simone and Lewis alone with the remaining help.

“That was a hell of a gamble,” Lewis said with a heavy sigh. “If he hadn’t gotten your body, I wouldn’t have been able to get to you in time. You’d be lost in the ocean.” Despite his nonchalant tone, there was worry in their resonance. “I know you can’t die but…you’d have suffered for a long time…”

Simone’s eyes were watching the tea as he left. She knew the conversation coming and she blew on it before sipping. Once Lucas was gone Simone looked up at Lewis finally. There was relief in her eyes but she shook her head. “It would have been worth it Lewis. I said over my dead body and I meant it. They are our children.”

She reached over and took his hand. “Let’s be thankful that Lucas is a very thoughtful boy. I was so proud of him Lewis. The way he took on his own problems.” They hadn’t known him very long but Simone was dead set on being able to protect him.

Knowing this wasn’t enough she took a heavy sigh, “Fine, I give. I’ll let you teach me to swim. I’ll willingly get in the stupid water.” She frowned a bit but chuckled at him, "Whatever curves the fear in your heart. I'm not going to go anywhere if I can help it. The situation last night was the only thing I could think of to save Lucas."