One man in the center sat facing the fire staring at the seal as David had done. He appeared to be in some sort of trance, and unaffected by the conversation around him. They had brought chairs from all over the house, and he could hear voices coming from other rooms. There were two empty seats next to his father, so he made his way to them. "Ah David and Aurora, we are all happy to meet you." Said, a tall handsome looking older man. The others all acknowledged their agreement with nods, and smiles of encouragement. He stood, and walked to meet them at the chairs they had reserved for their use. ”Please do sit down, Molly has briefed us on your harrowing ordeal, and there is so much for us to talk about.” His air of authority was absolute. David saw his father give him a smile of encouragement, so the two of them sat without saying a word. “My name is Michael, and we are all members of the council of servants.
