Once the demons took their places, so did the elves.  Jera was not among them; he was the prince's servant, but still just a servant, so he was seated elsewhere.  The King took his place at the table, his wife beside him, and Naviin and Tamlin next.  The rest were elves who had helped with the legal precedings, the important negotions, etc.  From his seat, Tamlin could see Ranuk, but Naviin had narrowed his gaze to only what lay directly in front of him.  His pale cheek looked slightly dark on one side, just the faintest silver bruising; Mirin had offered to try and cover it up, but had been waved away.<br/><br/>The signing made the small smile on the younger prince's face grow ever so slightly, just enough for Ranuk to see but not enough for the elves to notice.  He subtly signed back with the same, [hello again], just in acknowledgement.  They couldn't really talk here, not well, and certainly not without raising eyebrows and questions.  Tamlin would rather speak to his future husband outside the scrutiny of his family, or the watchful gaze of the Demon Queen.<br/><br/>Vuren and Riasa motioned for the rest of the court to sit at similar, smaller tables around the room, and then the king clapped his hands together just once.  The noise was enough signal for the servants to bring forth the food: tray upon tray of fruit piled high, fresh baked pastries full of savory mushrooms and meats, carved venison, boar, and goose, and all manner of other delicatessens and tasty delights.  Wine was brought in like a flood in glass decanters, fluted and incredibly delicate.  It was showy and intricate and very elvish.  The feast might have been in the demons' honor, but the food was not.<br/><br/>Every table was covered with heaped trays, plates, utensils, and finally the meal could begin.  The king and queen bowed their heads to Minas, raised their glasses, and signaled the start of the feast.  Toasts could be made in between courses, though most waited to the end.  Tamlin discreetly said a prayer to himself silently, just a thanks to<i>Yvanu</i>and<i>Wynai</i>for the plentiful hunting and good harvest... there was enough chaos happening without the added loss of a good season.