Kitori frowned at Ophidian but nodded and let him go. She turned her attention back to her children and smiled as she let Syrenka play but kept Mydras close.<br/><br/>Ras sat in silence while Ibara spoke. “I’m sorry. I think I’ve overstayed my welcome.” He gave her a gentle hug and stood up. Then he walked over to Sylavandra and pat her on the shoulder. “I’m making some chicken parmesan at Vincent’s request. Would you like me to bring you some?”<br/><br/>Louise looked at the cut curiously and then stood up to look through it.<span style="color: #9999ff">“Oh. Oh…”</span>She moved the cup off of the paper then put it back. Vincent would see the familiar look of understanding and excitement in her face.<span style="color: #9999ff">“I would like to learn more. Um, do you think I can learn about this? Later, I mean, I know I have other duties to take care of.”</span><div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>