It was as if everything came to a standstill as soon as they saw Luna, the servants that were pouring wine in glasses suspended their actions.
Jennie's butt that was about to touch the chair paused where it was in the air as if she could not decide whether to sit or stand.
Phoebe's hand that was on the back of David's chair slid slightly; her father's words rung in the back of her mind. He had told them to bring their boyfriends and girlfriends to the dinner, Luke had come with Luna.
What did this mean? Her mind was jumping around, trying to make sense of this new unexpected development. Connie sensed the tension from the space, and she came out with an eager look to gossip on her face.
"I smelled tension." she said, nearly breathless as if she was from running a marathon. "Luna is here, oh goodie!" she exclaimed and looked at Andre.