Sir Orton closed his eyes and prayed as usual before signaling for everyone to begin eating.

Desmond took his first bite, savoring the sweet tastes, but something else caught his attention. There were no maids. No servants.

Despite all the wealth, the Ortons handled everything themselves. Like his family, they don't have any helpers.

As they were eating, Sir Orton finally spoke up. "Desmond," he began, and Desmond raised his head, "I invited you here this evening because I wanted to personally thank you for saving my life. This dinner is more than just a meal—it is a celebration. A celebration of life." He said, and Desmond nodded slightly and...