#fenixtj

"Up to you guys."

"I'm sticking around" Gerd says "You might need me. And besides" A look at Siv "You've been ducking some chores"

"I have not" Siv says "I just find myself a bit selective"

"Cleaning the can is something we all have to take a turn at, Siv" Gerd reminds "And if I recall it's near your turn"

Siv makes a face

"Look, I'm... not part of that. But you both have our hospitality."

"Nah, she's right" Siv ssays "I actually did forget it was my night for that. And sides, Sally Mae is kind of grumbly that the last three times she tries to serve food no one showed because of things. I'll take this offer her hands. Have a good time, Gerd"

"Thanks , Siv, and... thank Sylvi too, when you tell her?" Gerd says

Siv nods "Will do"

Jess nods. "My best to Rivervale and I am... I look forward to the fouth."

Siv smiles at her sister, and then spreads her arms "I'll tell them. Give your little sister a good bye hug , you"

"Of course." Jess steps in and hugs.

It's a warm hug, and Siv says "Proud always, even if I do love teasing you just a bit"

"I'll see you and everyone on the fourth." with a hug.

"I'll pass it on" She assures and off she goes "See you, Gerd"

Gerd watches her go "Sometimes I wish I had a sister"

"It's... a blessing."

"A dubious one at times I am sure, but still" Gerd ssays "In a way, Dagmar and I are half sisters now. Connor has us both"

"Good."

A smjile "It is. Now, sure you don't want me to get you that coffee?'

"Thanks but I'm good for now. "

"Ok. " She says "I'll put the mop up. You know, you have great kitchen staff, but I don't know if you have someone f or the clean up in other rooms. Do you HAVE any maids or house cleaners?"

"Yes? I mean... we have people here who are fulfilled with that work."

"Okay. Just got curious. Things seem kind of hectic right now"