Aurum and Aurelia soon set the table, waving off the others' attempts to help.
"Just relax."
Aurum said with a chuckle as he placed a large bowl of stew at the center of the table, "Leave these matters to us."
"We cooked it, so let us serve it too."
Aurelia added with a grin, arranging the plates of pastries and mashed potatoes, "Besides, it's our way of saying thanks."
Before long, the table was filled with an assortment of dishes—succulent meat cuts glazed in rich sauces, vegetable stews steaming with aroma, golden mashed potatoes, fresh-baked pastries, and a colorful variety of sides.
Of course, there were also numerous kinds of beverages that they could choose from.
As everyone began settling in, Vesper took a step back and gave a respectful bow.
"I'll be taking my leave now." He said politely.
"Won't you join us?" Regis asked, glancing up from his seat.
