Plans For The Day

In the dining hall of the Evershade Estate, the air was alive with the symphony of clinking cutlery, echoing amidst the chatter and laughter of the gathered guests. Long, oaken tables stretched down the room, each groaning under the weight of a communal feast. The air hung heavy with the scents of roasting meats, spiced stews, and freshly baked bread, a sensory assault that both titillated and satiated. The grandeur of the hall, with its ornate decorations and towering ceilings, lent an air of majesty to the proceedings.

Savannah's revelation about Noah's age elicited a mixture of shock and curiosity from Cassie, causing her to nearly choke on her food in astonishment. Concerned, Savannah quickly came to her friend's aid, inquiring about her well-being amidst the coughing fit.

"Are you okay?" Savannah asked, her voice laced with concern.