Jacob knew that he should be happy that Alex had help stuck up for him and Ashley back in the car, but he resented his twin for it.  Even without trying Alex always came out looking like the better twin of the two.  For the rest of the car ride to the restaurant, Jacob had a bit of a sulk silently staring out the window.  However, this was still supposed to be a happy family affair to he tried to cheer up when they finally got out at the restaurant, putting on a more neutral expression bordering on a smile.<br/><br/>At the table, Jacob listened as his father gave a short little speech before toasting.  Jacob felt a little less tetchy after a sip and he settled down to listen to his other siblings talk.  Ashley and Brooke didn't mention anything too surprising, although Mike was busy at it.  Jacob wondered if his older brother was drunk, he was normally much more subtle than that.  It only took a moment to think of his particular interests, which he had spoke of for a bit on the car.  But if Dad wanted him to mention it here, then Jacob would do so.<br/><br/>When Kayla's eyes turned to him, Jacob wondered for a moment if she was going to out him in front of everyone else, but thankfully he was spared that indignity for the moment.  After she spoke, Jacob knew that it was his turn to speak and he tried hard not to trip over his own tongue.  "I'm not much for collections, although I've a small stash of books.  Mostly for reference.  I spend most of my free time writing stories.  Short little things really.  If you're interested, I could show you some of my work.  I'm mostly interested in writing science fiction, fantasy, and thrillers."