Chapter 16: The Announcements

My mother smiled and all eyes were on us as she started to speak, "Welcome, welcome everyone to our humble home. Once again this gathering has joined us together yet again for another swell meeting. Before I get started I have a few announcements to make first starting with."

My Mother turned to Charles and smiled, "The newest Seamstress, Charles Dickson! Son of Caron and Ciara Dickson. Two small Seamstress from very different backgrounds. I heard they are a fan of our Acres Wine too? The one that of course makes part of our Riches haha."

The crowd erupted in mix of awkward and sarcastic laughter as Charles smiled awkwardly, waving again to the crowd.

My mother's face goes dull and she clapped her hands together, making the room quiet.

She continued by saying, "Now with the announcement of Charles. I have to say this family is very honored to have him. Not only did he graduate Highschool at the age of 16 but throughout his years of Seam-work.He has performed with immense work of durability and much more. This young child has created a new line of Seam-Work that even Rene Aston can't compare to and she was an excellent Seamstress."

My mother's lips curled into a morbid smile and this almost sent tears into my eyes as my mother said, "To bad she decided to retire early, but she was right doing so. Knowing her standards and abilities started to weaken; it was the natural thing to do and that's why she retired at such a young age. We celebrate though in her honor, of being out with the old and in with the new generation."

A Maid came up and put a wine glass in my mother's hand with the Acres' name engraved in the glass. The blood red liquid, swishing in the glass.

"Cheers to our newest wine that is selling well if I don't say so myself and to Charles! This Family's newest Seamstress! Now please enjoy the feast."

Tables were set around the area, with plates of food being placed and chairs being arranged.

It was odd that my mother made these announcements before Dinner was set, but judging by her face. There was a reason and I think it had to do with Rene.