#fenixtj

Oh, she does. But she opts for subtlety; let their rooms be 'standard' but well-appointed. Let there be a few people dedicated to their needs and handy for what they want. Let there be a few patrols (she might make one) that clean up and prepare likely hiking routes. Let there be a welcome basket.

The ladies of the kitchen are all in on helping with the plotting...

as is Nancy, who has become something of a voice of hospitality on Diego's behalf "Extra tall bed ready"

"Thanks."

"Your folks are not ones for frills huh? " She says "is that where you get it from?"

A half smile. "We're trolls."

A smile at that in return "Gotcha. Okay. Then I guess the way to wow them will be the nature walks outside the city. You got transport ready to take them out of it? I know a boggan cabbie"

A head tilt. "Transport?"

"Um, probably they'll... walk."

"I mean.. okay" She says "Just this city is pretty damn big and getting out of it to the hiking areas might take awhile . There's a reason you ride a motorcyle out there"

"So I'll drive them out there."

"Even better. " She nods "Marie and Rosa have some meals planned and have been told your mother and father's preferences. We also have a sample of native dishes from the Nunehi ready to go if your folks want to try some. Diego wanted me to tell you that last part."

"That's good. I'd like them to try the local stuff. If they want to."

"Otem will be available. Maybe he could assist?"

"Oh. Yes. I mean, if he wants to."

"i'm sure if he's not busy he won't object" Nancy makes a note

"That'd be fine, thanks."

"Oh, they might want to read up about your heroics. Constance has them on record" She says " IKNOW it would embarrass you, but they're parents, they're gonna wanna know"

"Only if they know such a record exists. I'm not saying lie, just wondering if we need to -tell- them."

Nancy arches a brow "You better text your sister to NOT mention in then. "

A small snort "It wouldn't make any difference."

"Not so sure. But then again I think there's no shame in your folks hearing about some of the great things you've done here either. Don't worry, i won't spill"

A shrug. "If Siv thinks of it, she'll say and they'll know. Nothing I can do about it."

"True." She says

"Oh..." Nancy smiles "Diego got his hand on some quality cider for your dad"

"Already?"

"I don't know how the man does it. I think Diego must have a contact list on his phone just for beverage suppliers"

"I wouldn't be surprised."

"Why are my horns burning?" Diego inquires as he comes into view

"We were praising your connections." Jess says matter of factly.

"Well, they are worthy of praise" he nods

"Well... anyway. Thanks for taking care of all that."

"Happy to assist.... we're rebuilding the supplies promptly. Your parents should love the celebration"

"I'm not sure the two will coincide."

"Oh, well, then they'll enjoy their quiet stay" He says casually

"I hope so." Jess agrees.

"Anyway, Coy talked to me. I know you don't want us relying on the DeBukes too much, but he came to me. They apparently have more squash than is healthy and are offering us some"

"By some" He adds "I mean whole barrels"

Jess lifts her hands, palms out "Tell the ladies."

"I will pass it on" He nods

"I think it's sweet how Coy is staying around for Constance" Nancy says

"Mm."

Diego mms "Oh, Jessica, your mother likes her coffee strong and black right?"

"Yes."

"Noted. Anything else I need for them?"

"Um... they're pretty easy going."

"Runs in the family"

"...... mostly."

Diego actually laughs at that

She shrugs.