Lost Creek Hollow It was in Vienna

At her response, the brow of Amadeus furrows. To have left you on your own, he is cruel. What if she had been hurt while so far from his watch, or worse, what if she had been tempted? Amadeus supposed he was biased given he never liked Serge, not like his father or brother who could laugh with the man and pretend they did not see his imperfections — because he could do what was necessary, because he wouldn't flinch. Amadeus had long decided that he was too good to ignore others downfalls.

Maybe it was selfish then that Ambra's words planted a seed of glee deep in his chest. The law was his word here, and if he decided that Serge had abandoned his sister that would be his authority. She would be able to take a new husband, and what better way to attract lonely men?

Though, she was getting a bit old.

I'd like to rest now.