"I'm heading back" was just an offhand remark meant for Wesley Foley, yet Titus Zane took it seriously. Upon reflection, Alder Locke realized that since both the old man Evander Lancaster and his wife were occupied with entertaining guests, it would just be him and Titus Zane alone back at the mansion...
Such a perfect opportunity for some alone time, how could he possibly let it slip away.
So he readily agreed, "Sure, I'll go over and say goodbye to Grandpa Lancaster."
After saying this, he strode towards Samuel Zane's position, and after a few steps, he turned back, grabbed Titus Zane's hand, and mumbled as they walked.
"Better to take you with me, otherwise who knows which fly might start buzzing around you."
Being able to leave early, Titus Zane wasn't too fussed and accompanied Alder Locke to the elder's presence. Samuel Zane was sitting in a chair, surrounded by several others, laughing heartily at whatever was being shared with him.
