The atmosphere may have been solemn, but that still didn't change the nature of the people there. Nobles were powerful for many reasons, and a lot of them desired even more power. That power could be gained through their own influence within the framework of society.
Even though young Godric had been taken, it didn't stop people from trying to forge new connections and advance their interests.
It was the same at any gathering.
People moved on too easily.
It would be the same when you died.
Everyone would gather to mourn you. Some would cry, some would lament, eventually all would forget.
At your funeral food and drinks would be distributed, they'd share tales of who you were and what you've done, then they would scatter. Tomorrow would come and suddenly you were a memory. Your family or close relatives might remember you longer, eventually even they would forget.
