Richard joined us shortly after. He and Val shook hands and hugged each other. I stood back and watched them. They looked like old friends and a lot closer than they seemed last night.
“What time is it?” Richard asked as he pulled out of the hug.
“About one in the afternoon. Everyone should be getting up and I expect the people you called in soon. They didn’t live too far to begin with. I made sandwiches for everyone. Clover’s were first since she’ll still be sensitive to meat.” Val replied.
Richard nodded. I didn’t understand. Which was a minor annoyance, but I didn’t care too much. I was sure I’d find out soon.
Instead of standing around, I pulled out the plates of sandwiches and small plates for people. I also grabbed bowls of cut fruit. Val pulled out bags of chips. There was co
