They talked for almost an hour.
Stories and laughter flowed through the room until lunch was served. The long table was laid out with roasted meat, buttery rolls, warm soup, and autumn vegetables that brought Evelyn back to memories of her mother's presence.
To her surprise, her entire family finally gathered with them. Finley's wife and their two sons joined as well. Her other uncle, Robert Morgan, who is Finley's younger brother, also joined with his wife.
Evelyn realized she was the only woman in the family, aside from her great-grandmother. She received so much care from all of them.
She feels overwhelmed, but in a good way.
Everyone insisted she sit at the head of the table beside Emma.
Finley and Robert teased her endlessly. She wasn't sure if they were trying to make her less nervous or just trying to amuse her.
Theodor observed with a quiet warmth.
Nicholas watched her eat, as if making sure she was real and not his geriatric imagination.
