Douglas nodded and opened the door to go inside.  There he paused to let his eyes adjust to the change in lighting and saw Anne there sitting.  He nodded to her as he moved on inside the house to allow Mr. Ward to come in behind him without there being crowding. 

" 'ello lass.  I was worriet aboot yu.  I figured I should come in tae visit yu in person, as it was me that gave yu a fright.  'ow are yu?"  He asked his voice politely and with concern in his tone and expression.