Chapter 11

Arrivals and alarming news

Eliza and Neil had arrived at their destination, first they would go to the School for young ladies of Saint Margaret to leave Eliza. On the way, the girl's anger increased more and more. While her brother, was terribly nervous.

- Eliza... Don't you think maybe it was too much that we did?

- Neil! Now you defend that filthy orphan too?

- Is not that! It is just that…

- I'm your sister! You're supposed to support me!

- And I do!

- Then don't ever mention her again!

The boy stayed silent; he didn't want to make his sister's mood worse.

- We're here Miss Eliza, I'll escort you. Say goodbye to Mr. Neil. - Mr. Stewart announced, who was accompanying them.

- Goodbye Neil. - The girl said in a broken voice, she felt scared, and she wasn't sure how much time would pass without seeing her brother. Well, he was the only acquaintance she had in Scotland. –

- Take care, Eliza. - He answered hugging her. –

The brunette continued his way to the military academy. And the girl was received by the principal of the boarding school. She was a young, tall nun with a firm look. She was strict, but also fair.

- Welcome Miss Leagan, Mr. Stewart, please come to my office.

- Yes ma'am.

While touring the long corridors of the school, the principal explained the daily routine, schedules and subjects. Eliza watched the other students. There were from small girls, to young ladies of 18 years. They arrived at the office, and the principal invited them to take a seat.

- Miss Elizabeth Leagan, Mr. Stewart, I am Sister Aideen, rector of the school. I welcome you.

- Thank you very much, Madame.

- Miss Leagan, you will start your classes tomorrow at 8 o'clock. And from now on I say, we take punctuality very seriously.

- Yes ma'am…

- I also inform you, that I was notified by your father about why you were sent here. And I must warn you, that in this institute we don't tolerate aggressive acts to the neighbor. You'll be supervised every week at the request of your father. And he'll be informed immediately if you don't respect the rules. Have you understood?

Yes ma'am. - The girl answered trying to sound as sincere as possible. But inside, she wanted to scream. –

- Well, now get out please, a teacher is waiting to show you your bedroom.

When leaving the office, Mr. Stewart said goodbye to Eliza. And there was the teacher named Sister Lucy, who led her to the bedroom. Indicating that, the minors slept on the left side, and the older ones on the right side. Once the girl was left alone in her room, she buried her head on the pillow to release the scream she was holding all the time.

For his part, Neil Leagan had a much harsher reception, and he was ordered to memorize the regulations before the end of the month. Also, the next day He had to wake up at 5 in the morning to start training. And one of the things that he detested the most, was waking up early.

Meanwhile in Lakewood, Candy received a letter that left her very worried.

Candy,

I am sending you this letter in distress. Soon it will be Christmas; they have brought us a big tree to decorate it. But, the cowboy said that this will be the last Christmas of Pony's Home. I heard that Miss Pony and Sister Mary asked to see Mr. Cartwright, but the foreman has not allowed it.

I know it was not good to do it, but I heard them outside the office. They say that Mr. Cartwright is the owner of the house, and he wants more land for herding.

We will lose Pony's home! We can't let it happen Candy.

Annie

- Oh no! I must go there fast!

The blonde prepared some clothes as fast as she could and ran down the stairs. She was going so fast, she tripped on the last steps. Fortunately, Anthony was passing by, and he prevented her from falling.

- Are you okay, Candy? You shouldn't go down so fast.

- Thanks Anthony, I'm so sorry, but...

- What's wrong, Candy? You look very upset.

- Oh Anthony, I need to go to Pony's Home right now.

- Did something bad happen?

- Look at this letter from Annie.

The young man read it, and was speechless.

- No, it can't be.

- I must avoid it Anthony! I can't allow it.

- Easy Candy, we won't let it happen.

- Huh?

- I'll go with you, that place is your house. And besides... Now it's also special for me.

- Anthony...

The girl embraced him with great tenderness, and managed to calm down a bit.

The young blue-eyed man quickly discussed the matter with his great-aunt, who gave her permission to both to go to Pony's Home.

So the two blondes went to the orphanage, riding the boy's white steed.

To be continued…