chapter 1 the beginning pg 2

Suddenly there was the sound of foot steps hurrying down the stairs. A plump woman with a few wispy hairs that reluctantly stayed in place walked over to Reed. "Are you done yet?"She said. Reed was quite surprised by this comment, as Aunt Ellune was a nice woman who looked after Reed ever since he was born. she hurried of once again and went up the stairs. "Aunt Ellune?" Reed called. There was no reply.