#debukefarmhold

And he is more than happy to savor these last few savory moments with her spirit.

And eventually he finds his way, laden, back to the ladies.

CC has them talking of Agnes best recipeies of all subjects

And here is the boggan with a few samples of just that. He passes things around, serving, and makes sure their glasses are topped up.

"Oh thank you, Emerson we were just talking about her potroast" Which they now have

"And butter rolls"

"And here they are."

"Now ladies, do an old man's heart good and eat up."

"You're fit for your age, sir"

"I take considerable exercise." he confesses in a quiet tone, not without charm.

"I help see to that' CC says with double meaning

"Dearest...." gently admonishing.

"Yoga tips and jogging" She says innocently

He looks at the other two ladies and nods modestly.

"well, good on you. that shows discipline" Maude approves

"Yes, discipline is my watchword." he agrees "Thank you."

They talk and chatter, and the subject of Kendrew comes up... for CC admits she doesn't recall his name

Emerson listens avidly; all boggans love gossip.

"That's Kendrew. Poor fellow" Maude huffs "Young man 's parents were Kinian , Got left to die in the wildfire becase the local noble wouldn't consider em worth helping"

"Typical" June Maude seems even more upset by the notion "Speaking as a kinian, I like to think my life counts for soemwhat"

"Hmph." Emerson clucks, shaking his head. "You are -invaluable,- June Maude."

She smiles a bit at that

"Don't get her head all swole, but yes" Her mother agrees