76. FAMILY MEETING 1

All the members of the Dawson family were gathered around the table in the hall, earmarked for the sit-down.

The women sat with their husbands, they remained calm, waiting for the Don to incept the meeting by stating the purpose it was called.

Darian perched on his high chair, and Lena was taking time to enter the assembly hall. Her presence was very much needed before the meeting commenced.

Judson raised his hand, standing up before Darian permitted him. He looked from each couple to another and shook his head, returning his eyes to Darian, he said. "We have been here for some minutes, did you call us here for a staring competition?"

"I will launch the meeting soon, we are waiting for someone." Darian retorted, looking towards the door to check if Lena was close, but he didn't see her. He wondered if she had run away. She was against the idea of coming with him to the meeting, anyway.

He motioned to one of the bodyguards, whispering into his ears. He hoisted his head up and his eyes