Page 44 of Edinburgh Escape
Ewan’s gaze followed them. When he turned to Callum, he held out his hand. “Thank you.”
Callum gripped Ewan’s. “Sounds like you have a bigger problem than an unwanted guest.”
Ewan nodded, his gaze going to Maggie. “I wonder if the man at the train station and the four intruders in Edinburgh were part of the collection committee Rory spoke of.”
Callum’s lips pressed into a line. “If so, they could come looking for any one of your family.”
“Should you have sent Rory away?” Maggie asked.
Ewan’s brow descended. “He should never have taken money from a stranger and then gambled it away. He put my family in danger. The bastard can rot in hell for all I care.”
Callum’s gaze shifted to Maggie and the candlestick holder she held like a weapon. His lips curved into a smile. “Glad to see you had my back.”
Her cheeks flushed a pretty pink. “I couldn’t stand by and do nothing.” She set the candlestick holder on the dining table and returned to Callum’s side.
He slipped his arm around her and pulled her close. “Tough as well as beautiful.” He brushed his lips across hers in a brief kiss, then straightened and addressed Ewan. “What do you have in the way of security on the estate?”
Ewan shook his head. “If Rory is to be believed, not enough. My father had cameras installed at the gate and the entrances of the manor, but that might not be enough to stop an army of Russian mobsters.”
“I have a friend who might have connections to look into this mobster organization and find out what exactly you’re up against,” Callum said.
“Any help would be appreciated,” Ewan said. “In the meantime, we need to stay close to the manor.” He turned to Fiona. “That means keeping Bryce inside unless accompanied by me, Gregory or...” He turned to Callum.
Callum nodded. “You can count on me.”
“And Alastair, our chauffeur,” Fiona said. “He takes Bryce to the stables to ride his horse.”
“And Alastair,” Ewan said with a nod.
“I’ll contact my friend and see what he can do to help,” Callum said.
“Good.” Ewan glanced toward the table. “Shall we finish our meal?”
Maggie shook her head. “If it’s all the same to you, I've had enough, and I’m tired and want to sleep.”
“I understand,” Ewan said. “Please, treat the manor as your home. In fact, it’s as much your home as mine.”
“Ewan, I didn’t come all the way to Scotland to take your inheritance,” Maggie insisted. “I’m more interested in getting to know you and now Bryce. I never had siblings growing up. I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to know I’m not alone.”
Ewan gave her a soft smile. “You won’t be alone as long as we’re here.”
Maggie’s brow twisted. “Let’s hope we all live long enough to get to know each other.”
“I’ll do my best to ensure the safety of my family and the employees of the estate,” Ewan said.
“As will I,” Callum promised.
“Thank you,” Ewan glanced around the room. “If we’re all finished, I’ll call it a night. I want to go through more of my father’s accounts.”
“Let me know if we can help in any way,” Callum said. “Otherwise, we’ll retire for the night.”
“I’ll let you know.” Ewan offered his arm to Fiona. “Would you like to join me for a glass of port in the sitting room before you retire for the night?”
Fiona shook her head, her face pale and pinched. “I want to check on Bryce and turn in. I’ve had enough excitement for the night.”
“Fiona, do you mind if I go with you to check on Bryce?” Maggie asked softly. “He’s such a sweet little boy.”
Fiona’s brow dipped. For a long moment, she didn’t respond.
