Page 31 of The Last Gargoyle's Christmas Wish
“I am just sorry I cannot be of assistance in this situation.” Uzoth had no clue how to help Lachlan or Kit and thus could not help Grady. “It is beyond me.”
Grady gave a harsh laugh. “It is beyond me as well.”
“I do not think Kit is a threat to Lachlan’s safety.”
“I don’t think he is either.” Grady sighed. He stopped pacing and stared at a spot on the wall. “Well, it’s not like we can do anything else tonight. I should probably just try to sleep. Although, I doubt I will.”
But Grady was wrong. When they returned to bed, Grady slept long and deep. No doubt he needed the rest.
Uzoth heard noises in the main room. Still, Grady slept. He slept, and Uzoth just lay there holding him, thinking himself the luckiest being in the world to be able to hold Grady and watch over him in his sleep.
“Shit. I slept late,” Grady mumbled as he woke late in the morning.
“The snowstorm still rages outside.” Uzoth stroked the soft skin of Grady’s arm. “I do not believe you can work today.”
“I should probably check on Lachlan.” Grady rose from his arms and climbed from the bed.
Uzoth missed his warm body resting against his.
“I will go and check on your other siblings,” Uzoth said. “I will ensure they are all well.”
Grady smiled. “Thank you. I really appreciate it.”
Uzoth flew and checked on Lacy. Then he checked on Jack. He even knocked on the doors as Grady had suggested. He asked how they fared. He flew to Ordelia’s apartment last. A sense of satisfaction filled him at the knowledge that he was helping Grady.
It felt like his life once again had a purpose. And with that, his heart beat stronger in his chest. The strongest it had beaten in many years.
Uzoth stood in front of Ordelia’s door. He knocked. Uzoth stared at the door. Such a strange thing to knock instead of just waiting on rooftops.
The door opened, and Ordelia stood there. “Hello.”
“Good day, Ordelia. I am Uzoth. On behalf of Grady, I have come to check on you and your kin.” Uzoth bowed his head.
“Oh.” Ordelia gave a shocked laugh. “Grady sent you? In this weather?” She shook her head. “He shouldn’t be sending you out in this! Come in. Come in. It’s so cold.”
Uzoth stepped forward, and she closed the door. “Do not worry for me. I am used to the cold.”
“Yes. I believe I’ve seen you out in it before. Many times.” Ordelia tilted her head. “How do you know Grady?”
“I am his friend.”
“A friend, are you? Really?” Ordelia asked. “That’s so good. He could definitely use a friend. He hasn’t had one in years!”
“Neither have I.”
Ordelia smiled. “Well, I’m glad you have each other. Although, I’m still not loving him asking you to come out in this weather.” She tsked.
“I offered.” Uzoth did not want Ordelia to think poorly of Grady. “I am honoured to be able to perform this task for him.” Uzoth straightened his shoulders.
Ordelia’s eyes danced. “I see.”
“Are you, Ruthie, Michael, and Tony well?”
“We are. You can thank Grady for his concern. We are all doing fine,” Ordelia said.
“Grady will be pleased to hear that.” Uzoth turned towards the door.
“Do you want some tea or cake whilst you are here? I’ve got some soup on too.” She gestured into her home.
