James remained in the hallway just out of sight as the others began to get their breakfast, contemplating. The mansion had no obvious hints that something was amiss here, most certainly proving that his fellow guildmates were correct in ridiculing him. And yet, his instincts screamed at him that something was amiss, there was more than meets the eye. [i]Perhaps more investigation will provide something meaningful.[/i] Watching the others for just a few moments, he was about to enter without a word when the priest unintentionally made a good point. [b]"Not many would be so kind as to open their home to lost strangers in the night."[/b]

Walking in, James looked pointedly at the butler who'd greeted them the night before. "Indeed, it's odd. Especially since the villagers are convinced there's something wrong with this place. Perhaps it's simply superstition, but...such willingness isn't something I'd expect from someone with such money."