THE PLAIN NECKLACE

Whilst Emma helped herself to some of the cookies on a round plate which had been on the tray, she noted the plain necklace with a blue center which was dangling from Zipfarah's hand. Was that a protection charm? She thought, before translating the question to Prescott telepathically.

The squirrel was in the same boat with her. He had no idea what it was, or what it was used for.

"Here, have this…Emma. Give it to Derek. You can tell him, 'it is a birthday present.'" She said, and Emma exchanged glances with the squirrel first. An act which didn't go unnoticed by Zipfarah.

"What is it for?" Emma asked, knowing that whatever this plain necklace was, it must have a purpose; since it didn't have the primary characteristic of necklaces-beauty and enthrallment.

"Why do you think you have been so adamant about going back to see him?" Zipfarah asked, settling down at the edge of the bed, close to Emma.