Jacob's been looking forward to the celebration for some time now.  The formalities are likely to be...well, a bit boring, but there's no arguing with a week-long party.  And it's certainly a fine thing to see all his older siblings in a good humor.<br/><br/>Mother's greeting is almost as surprising as it is pleasing, and for an instant he wonders if something is about to go horribly wrong.  But when no sudden helpings of added responsibility are evidenced, he relaxes.<br/><br/>"I think I understand, brother."  Jacob stares at the Lion's Foot for a moment, before glancing back at Adnan.  Taking a deep breath, he steps forward onto the pattern.