Chapter 12
- Annie surprised him by following him, saying, "Horace, you shouldn't leave me alone. I'll take care not to disturb you.”
- Horace let a scowl form to indicate his powerlessness, but he had nothing to counter her with.
- At this point, everyone had taken their seats and there was a stillness around the area. He could only let things remain as they were as he felt it was inappropriate to get back up.