Old Bat- Part 1

Madeline stepped into the gallery room following Calhoun, she turned to ask him, "What was that?" Given Calhoun could be odd at times, she didn't understand his action that took place a few seconds ago. 

"Remember how I said your aunt was not a threat? Well let's cancel that," he waved his hand. He raised the chain that held a circle like pendant in it, "This is not the same as what your sister wears." 

When he went to wear the chain, Madeline asked, "What are you doing?" 

"Trying to see if the chain is cursed. It will affect me less than you," and he wore the chain around his neck. For a few seconds, nothing happened and she wondered if Calhoun was wrong, but then suddenly she saw him fall on his knees, "Calhoun!" She tried to get to him, but she was only pushed across the room to crash against the many canvases that were placed upright.