Koschei took his food with thanks, watching with a small scowl at the levity with which Isi treated the meal prayer. He bowed his head, speaking in a low voice," Lord, we thank you for this food with which you have provided for us, and the good company which you have given. We thank you for the nourishment in the company of friends, and ask that you give us nothing that be not good to us. Amen," He looked up, wondering if anyone had listened, or even noticed, and leaned in enthusiastically to the food.