As he started to talk, the children continued their own conversations, some of them talking louder than Quihen.<br/><br/>Until Mihr muttered, "Ahem," and the children fell silent. "Children, our guest has something he wishes to say."<br/><br/>With the children now silent, Quihen was able to tell his story. Once he was done, some of the younger ones looked enthralled at the idea of hearing strange fairy tales from this newcomer, while the older children rolled their eyes and returned to their conversations.<br/><br/>Mihr stood at the head of the table and held out her hands. All those present, children and otherwise, stood from the table and joined hands in a circle.<br/><br/>"Everyone," Mihr said in a sweeter-than-normal voice, "Please bow your heads and close your eyes as we pray."