In the living room, three of them sat facing one another. Dave and Maggie sat closer while facing Julia.

Apparently, the three of them thought it wise to go inside the house and discuss whatever was on the table lest they freeze outside. No doubt, the cold outside was unforgiven, and both of them had spent so many minutes outside while discussing.

In the living room was a fireplace. It was from this small fireplace that they derived their cold-relieving warmth. However, Julia seemed to have needed more attention. Dave and Maggie must have given it to her. Because, right before, a small side-stool was set with a cup of...