messages to his children and their partners, inviting, no, requiring, them to present themselves for a formal dinner that evening.

Elijah reads this over mun's shoulder and wonders why Jakey didn't mention it. Decides it must be going to be a surprise so he starts digging about for something to wear, getting very excited about meeting the king.

Meanwhile Mun shakes her head, sobs quietly and resists the urge to pull the lil' weasel into her lap and cuddle him.

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Sweet scene.. poor Marton...