Styx took his position in the usual center while the others sat around the long mahogany table in the breakfast room. Azrael and Korba sat together by his right-hand side; George, Georgina, and Reb took their seats together on the other side; Olivia and Charles took their place at the end of the table.

The table was filled with bread, ribs, avocado, salad, and different fruits spread on it. They all laughed and chattered while the sun was up.

"I can't believe my first daughter is getting married." Styx began as he fixed a fork of avocado into his mouth, chewing slowly.

Korba smiled softly and Azrael kissed her lightly...