#scarsdale

He gives the obligtory grunt to show he recognizes and respects her chastisement, then says "Of course for trolls, ravishing can be a rather sincere hand hold"

"See, now the story is boring" Tziporah says "They're about to vote on a board game"

"Oh!" Zara hurries to get her vote in!

Earl chuckles and follows in behind her.

The votes will fly and Zara will be pleased she's not the only one who wanted that particular game

There will be a board game, and food, and sacredness and joy shared. There will be family, and re connection. And by the time Earl and Zara depart, at least one tree will joyously show a colorful veil promising beauty even in an old year's passing.

(End Scene)