Dinner Table Politics ( 320 )

That Night, in the Main Dining Room

Garius sat at the head of the long dining table, cutting into his steak with precise, deliberate motions. Beside him, Fransesca gracefully sipped her wine, while Lady Garcinia calmly dined. Across from them, Phenelopie and Heres quietly ate, their expressions composed.

Garcinia's son and daughter sat beside each other, engaged in quiet conversation.

Further down the table, Marcellus and Cedric ate in silence. Standing behind them, Lithia and Meira remained poised and attentive, occasionally refilling their masters' glasses.

At the far end of the table, Javier happily devoured his meal, his plate stacked high with roasted meat. Beside him, Liana and Gloria stood dutifully, keeping a watchful eye on their young master.

The only sounds in the grand dining hall were the clinking of silverware against fine porcelain and the occasional rustle of movement.

Then—

"Marcellus. Cedric. Javier."