Edward was a fast eater, and it did not come as a surprise when he excused himself and left for his own quarters. "I'll be in my study if anyone needs me."<br/><br/>Carl said nothing but set his fork down and watched his father leave. He expected some sort of humiliating talk about when he was younger, "he used to...". Though he knew that was coming, he decided to stay in the hall, with the air about him like one awaiting his execution. He looked over at his sister, "Oh yeah, as father's birthday is coming soon, we need a suitable gift. What do you think?"