Under the candlestick that has stood in the same spot for a hundred years, this morning I found a wax trail running a hand's width off to the side. Everyone says no one moved it.

• MartaA manor where the candlestick goes wandering at night? Far from frightening, it just makes me laugh.
  OsmonIt's certainly worth a laugh. Though I polished it without laughing.
• ViolenThat house used to be one where nothing ever moved. I preferred it that way.
  OsmonYes, it was, great-aunt.