Her dads head appeared in the flames and he, instead of asking about her, went straight into what he wanted.

"What happened with the you-know-whats?" Knowing exactly what he meant she replied,

"They refuse to take any sides. I am sorry father, I feel like I have failed you."

Hanging her head low, he muttered, "You have, but nevertheless, I have to go see them. I will deal with you later."

With that he dissappeared and Marcel fell to her knees, by the emtpy grate.