The Rats in the Walls
LLVO for Captain Edward “Eddie” Norrys
A genial, plump country gentleman in the mold of a young Hugh Grant. Former Royal Flying Corps officer in the Great War. Resides on the neighboring estate to Exham Priory, Shropshire. Somewhat sycophantic toward Ambrose, though good-hearted and affable.
- male adult
- aristocratic british
- british
EDDIE (thoughtful; begins): Walter de la Poer, the eleventh baron. In the reign of James the First, he butchered his household in their sleep, sparing only four servants. Father, three brothers, two sisters, slaughtered. He was brought before the magistrates, but the evidence was plain, and the locals… they cheered him. Called it just. (lowers voice) Said he had rid the countryside of a blight. He fled England, crossed the ocean, and built a new life in America.
EDDIE (playful): Gladly. Though I should warn you, I’ve been known to let a lady stumble if it wins me her hand.
EDDIE (cheerful, to change the mood): Well! Miss Grant, if you wish it, I’ll show you the grounds later. The old stones look kinder in the sunlight. There are fine views from the cliff edge.
