[h2]Esme Stirling[/h2]

Esme had seen the nod of acknowledgement and respect and gave a small smile in return. It wasn’t everyday she received one of those and appreciated it. She stood there a moment, waiting for everyone to get out of the car and collect anything they needed or wanted to take with them. Esme followed the three even before being signaled by Carson, who she glared at for the unnecessary gesture. As she went in and went up the stairs, she brought up the rear. The walk up to the room was quiet except for the sounds of their footsteps. 

Upon reaching the door, she hung back a little behind everyone as Natalia knocked on the door. She focused on the door as it opened to reveal a tall man with broad shoulders, who she assumed was Sam. To her surprise, AnnaBeth ran to him and wrapped her arms around him. The action caused her to raise an eyebrow. It was then she heard a familiar voice from behind Sam, but she couldn’t see him at the moment. She then heard another voice. She didn’t quite care for the tone. She looked over at Benjamin and held up her hands. 

“Easy now! No one is here for you!” she told him. “Just calm yourself.” Esme looked around at those around her, then back to Benjamin. She could feel the tension in the air, and Benjamin’s actions weren't making things any easier. “I think you’re mistaken about her being a demon.” she said, gesturing towards AnnaBeth. As she stood there, she couldn’t help but wonder who this guy was and why he seemed so antsy right now.