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Ch 9 Making plans
'Quel amrun, or, perhaps I should say, Good Morning. What a glorious day! Please, be seated, and I will, if you wish continue my story. Now, where was I? Oh, yes. Now I remember.
The rest of the day, Holmes spent among the help. He also talked to the relations that were staying there. When he returned to our room that evening, he said, "Well, my dear Watson, I now know where the Thain's wand is, and who took it. I still need to actually find the thieves. I believe that might take a bit of doing. However, it should not be much longer. The Thain and I have made plans. I hope you will assist me. I assure you there might be some danger. I will understand if you do not wish to become involved, but in the short time I have known you, I feel I can count on you. Will you say aye?"
I was surprised and honored that Holmes would put his life in my hands. I accepted his offer, saying "Of course. I would gladly assist. I am not afraid of danger. I do not look for it, but neither will I back down."
Holmes then told me of the plans that he and Peregrin had made. I could see there was danger involved, for all of us. I could only hope that whatever it was that Holmes saw in me would be enough to see us through.
We decided to wait until everyone would be in bed before we would make the final plans with Pippin. We did not want to involve Diamond, but she was as hard as the gem she was named after. Pippin laughed as he told us "I could have told you she would be in the middle of the plan. After all, she had to tame me, and that was not easy."
Diamond just looked at her husband. She then said "After all, I will be able to be of assistance, especially if everything goes according to your plans."
"I agree," said Holmes. "I must admit, I was wondering how we would be able to do what we need to do. But with your assistance, Diamond it will work."
Peregrin nodded. He looked at his wife, and said "There is one stipulation - if there are weapons brought forth, you will immediately leave. I cannot and will not lose you, my love. Promise!"
Diamond agreed. "I will do so, my love. You must promise me to use caution under the same circumstances." The Thain nodded. "Agreed."
