The Odd Couple

"I'll have to get in contact with my people but I can not do that at present." Sasha said as they arrived back at Elizabeth's home. "I will contact who I can tonight, but make no promise of information for a few days at least." She explained, helping Jackal and Lily from the carriage. "You two should also allow me to go first." she said, "You look a mess," she said to Jackal, "and you are a stranger." she said to Lily, "I believe I can best soften the landing."

Sasha knocked on the door and waited for someone to let them in.

Harvey answered the door. "Miss Lagrave," he paused looks past her. A quizzical look past his face as he spotted the doctor in clothes that were too large and a blonde young lady, standing outside.

Harvey did not hesitate, "Please come inside. I will get Lady Elizabeth."

The butler left Sasha and came back a few moments later with Elizabeth.

As Sasha left to explain the situation Dr. Jack adjusted his loose pants to keep them from falling off since they were several sizes to big for him. Ironically they would still be to small for Big Red. Lily looked at Dr. Jackal as asked, "Are we in trouble?" Dr. Jackal smirked, "Well I am but I am sure you are not." Lily seemed concerned as she looked at Dr. Jackal who looked tired and ragged and asked, "What will happen to you doctor?" Dr. Jackal sighed as he shrugged and replied, "Well probably a stern lecture since we don't want the other guy to get provoked. Don't worry miss Lavigne......I have been in much worse situations."

Just then they were signaled to enter the house and followed the butler to where Lady Elizabeth was with Sasha.

Elizabeth looked at Sasha, "Miss Lagrave, I am glad to see you made it back here. Where is Doctor Jackal?" A uneasy feeling hit her but she remained completely calm on the outside.

Sasha turned her head slightly to the hall. "Docteur." she called, and waited for the man in ill fitting clothes, to make himself known, but while waiting. "Lady Elizabeth." Sasha began, "There was an incident, I plan a full write up of the situation by tomorrow, however you are owed at least a quick explanation for now. While observing an exhibit and looking for Docteur Lamaire a seemingly unconnected exchange occurred. A practitioner of magic attacked the exhibit as what seemed be be a distraction to kidnap a young woman. I returned fire in an attempt to rescue her, in the fray a large stone column was dropped on Docteur Jackal whilst saving the young woman, causing him to turn. I can with utmost certainty say there was only one causality of the Demon side of our Docteur, however the destruction was extensive." Sasha cleared her throat, "We also brought the young woman with us. She had nowhere else to go and not a soul to trust given that her long time butler was involved in the attempted kidnapping. Though at present it is unclear if he orchestrated the kidnapping or if he is working with another."

Dr. Jackal winced as he heard his name mentioned and the concerned tone of Sasha as she explained the story to Lady Elizabeth. Seeing as he was feeling bad, Lily held his hand to offer him some comfort. Dr. Jackal had a pained look in his face as he looked at Lily who gave him a reassuring smile and firm hand holding. He only nodded at her before he looked back at Sasha and Lady Elizabeth.

Elizabeth watched as Jackal entered and listened as Sasha explained what had happened. She nodded. "Doctor, I am glad to see you made it back, as well. Please go upstairs and get cleaned up and changed, the others are having tea so feel free to join them, if you are disposed to that."

Dr. Jackal nodded as he let go of Lily's hand and followed a maid to his room to wash up and change clothes. Lily was nervous as she let go of his hand and watched him walk to the stairs before she turned to see Lady Elizabeth. She was a bit surprised to see a familiar face. Though it was for limited times they have come to meet at large social events due to their families.

Elizabeth then spotted the young woman with blond hair, and this time the surprise on her face was evident, a rarity.

"Miss Lavigne, please come in." It was clear, Elizabeth knew the young woman. She closed the door behind Lily. Without even being asked, Elizabeth one if the servants to show Lily to a bedroom, so the young lady had a chance to freshen up. She was then offered to join the rest at tea.

Lily was a bit relieved to find herself in a friendly house, especially considering her circumstances. At least she didn't have to worry about being sold out since she was saved by Lady Elizabeth's staff. Though she now had a lot of questions involving the connection of Lady Elizabeth to Sasha and Dr. Jackal. It was obvious there was some secrecy going on but it would be in poor taste to pursue her curios mind till she and Lady Elizabeth had a proper meeting. It was a pleasant but brief conversation she had with Lady Elizabeth and she was then escorted to her new room to freshen up and change clothing.

Once Lily was cleaned up she saw a nervous Dr. Jackal waiting for her at the bottom of the stairs pacing a bit. She almost laughed as she covered her mouth and smirked. She thought he looked so cute while working up the courage to join the group for tea. Though she was not ready to share her secret, she did feel connected to Dr. Jackal since they had a similar cures on them which made it hard to fit into society. Her abnormal werewolf form would cause a scandal if society ever found out. However it seemed less scary seeing the good Doctor making the effort to fit in. So she came down the stairs and spoke to him, "Oh Dr. Jackal. You are such a gentleman to wait patiently and escort me." Dr. Jackal seemed a bit confused at first but seeing Lily dressed nicely and smiling at him he naturally nodded at her and replied, "Ah yes of course Miss Lavigne." Lily asked, "Are we late for tea time?" Dr. Jackal looked at his pocket watch and nodded as he looked at her to reply, "Ah yes. I'm sorry Miss Lavigne." Lily smirked at the nervous Doctor and then hooked her arm with his and gave him a stern look as she said, "Well aren't you going to escort me properly? Or are you into being educated by a younger woman?" Dr. Jackal was confused but then realized she was messing with him to get him to relax. After she giggled he felt more relaxed and then after regaining their composure they bravely made their way to have tea with the others. After the maid opened the doors for them they entered the room and apologized for being late as they took the seats that were set for them. Hoping to avoid talking they sipped their tea and nibbled on some cookies.

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