[ They sure have! Tatara notices this, and this time, he's satisfied with the lead up. He shifts his weight and assumes a dramatic thinking pose. Not to misdirect or anything—he's just like that. ]

Not everyone was in the manor that day. I think some were gone on personal business, some were out doing jobs. I can't remember who exactly went where, or who was still in the manor, but suddenly...it went quiet.

[ The smile on his face falters a little. It's weird being the only one here not sensitive to magic, because then maybe he'd have more to add. ]