After dropping Morwenna off at school, Stuart returned to Hetfield Homestead, only to find Norbert, weakly reclined, receiving a blood transfusion. Stuart's face darkened.

Norbert managed a wry smile. "Age hasn't been kind to my acting skills, huh? Couldn't fool you."

"I'm taking you to the hospital."

"Cough, no need, lad. My body's seen better days, and at my age, I've come to terms with life and death. Besides, you've never really cared much for the Hetfields. Just promise me you'll look after Wenna." Stuart's lips tightened, and after a long silence, he said, "I might not care, but Wenna does."

Mentioning Morwenna softened Norbert's expression.

"Wenna's got a big heart. My only worry is leaving her behind. You must stick by her side, make sure nothing happens to her."

"You don't need to worry about that," Stuart replied firmly.

she's pure of heart. You know right from wrong. Whatever your

Stuart, knew too well how guarded Stuart was, how difficult it was for him to trust, let alone love someone. S~ᴇaʀᴄh

interest in Wenna might have been out

time running short, his only desire was for someone to be there for Wenna, to ensure she wouldn't

to be

Stuart nodded. "I understand."

past was best

waved him off, "Alright, it's late. I need to sleep. You should go

didn't stay

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