Chapter 83: Empress Dowager, no wait Grandmother Willow?

“No,” said Eric still embracing her.

Ruby looked at him with disgust and pulled herself free.

“Ru-Ruby,” said Eric looking hurt at her withdrawal.

“What’s all the commotion?” asked a familiar voice.

Coming out of the shadow, Eric’s grandfather appeared.

“Grandfather,” said Eric.

“Godfather,” said Ruby. She was trying to withdraw her arm away, but instead Eric held her hand. Gripping her hand tightly in his.

“Nothing,” said Eric smiling at him.

Ruby was shocked by his action and stared at him with disbelief. She was thinking how unbelievable this man is.

"Oh," said Eric's grandfather.

“What brings you here Godfather?” asked Ruby, pinching Eric's hand roughly.

Eric moved closer to her as he grunted silently from her pinch. Even with her little defiance he wasn’t going to let her go. He knows she's still angry at him, but this is his only chance. He needs to talk to her. He needs to clear up their misunderstanding.

“I’m just visiting,” said Theo.

“Grandfather, since you’re here, why d