The count knocked on the door once more, demanding entrance into the home. Those who lived in that little area knew what would happen to anyone who refused his demands. Soon enough, the door had opened. He stepped inside. He narrowed his eyes as he looked around the room. The count frowned unhappily. He could sense that they were hiding something. He sensed her presence still around. 

"Where have you hidden her?"
The question was not one out of curiosity. He demanded an answer. The count narrowed his eyes as he looked directly at them. 

"Well? I do not have all day."
He crossed his arms. 


The count was quite the impatient male. He was not going to wait very long before he punished them for refusing to comply with his demand.