C2391 What Happened to the Second Party?

Sallie's statement plunged the room into a brief hush, so profound that not even the sound of breathing was audible. But in an instant, a clamor louder than the Hearthstone Tavern erupted.

"Is that true, Sallie?"

"How do we go about purchasing it?"

"Why wait until tomorrow? We can do it right now."

"Yes, yes, yes! I can hardly wait; I won't be able to sleep if I don't make the purchase