Not long after, footsteps sounded from the inner hall.
Elizabeth appeared first, followed by Emma. Behind them, maids hurried in and out, laying plates, straightening chairs, setting down bowls and trays.
"Careful with that," Elizabeth said, adjusting a napkin herself. Then she clapped her hands once. "Alright. Everyone to the dining room before the food gets cold."
They all moved in together.
As soon as Daphne reached the table, both Finn and Aidan pulled out chairs beside them at the same time.
"Here," Finn said.
"No, here," Aidan countered, already sliding one back.
Daphne raised a brow. "Am I being fought over now?"
"Obviously," Finn said. "I barely see you anymore."
"She came with a baby," Aidan replied. "I win."
"On what grounds?"
"Common sense."
Elizabeth laughed. "Sit, Daphne, before they start wrestling."
Daphne shook her head, smiling, and sat beside Aidan. Finn groaned dramatically and took the seat across from her.
