Chapter 38: Nothing like a Father's Love

Richard and Marcus sat in two armchairs by the fire. The lounge they had led the girls to was off to the side of the great hall and was empty. Most of the tribe members were still eating and celebrating in the great hall. There were chairs around the room, couches and a roaring fire in the fireplace. It was warm but welcome in the cool summer night air. There were two doors from the lounge leading out to the gardens beyond. The doors were open. Izzy and Kate sat in a couch across from their father and Uncle Marcus. Susanna walked toward the doors and closed them before she turned to sit next to Izzy.

Izzy clutched Kate's hand in support and Susanna grabbed Izzy's other hand as she sat next to her on the couch, hoping to offer whatever help she could. They knew Izzy was planning to say something about the attack, and they wanted to make it as easy as possible.

"Tell me about The Hunt," Richard said, his eyes twinkling. He leaned forward on his knees, clasping his hand