Ian

He smiled softly at the girls sudden outburst. He'd noticed the girl choking, but had decided against helping her. He'd been told not to help in anyway other than how he'd been told to treat them. He turned to who he assumed to be Maggie and bowed. [b]"I apologize. But, you will find out in due time why you are all here. You came for a wish did you not? Well, stay and see. Wishes do not come freely."[/b] He told her, his hands held neatly at his sides. He walked over closer to the food and picked up a small tart. [b]"For now, you are to relax and enjoy."[/b] He told her, turning so that the entire room could hear him. [b]"All will be revealed in due time. Though, I do advise not leaving. The reason? Well, I'll just let you find that out on your own."[/b] He told the room and then turned to walk back towards one wall, to wait and watch in silent. If they were to leave, the magical barrier would just send them right back to the manor. There was no leaving once you step foot here. Not unless O wanted it. He grinned at the thought. He had such a wonderful master.