When Davin takes his hand, James makes an apologetic face. His family's horrible history and his mother's murder, really isn't conversation for the lunch table, or public. Besides, this was supposed to be a happy celebratory meal. For Davin. "You're right. We should skip the family conversations. I assure you it's all downhill from there anyway," he says, picking up his water and taking a sip. He clears his throat after a moment.
"Aside from the obvious, how are things at the shop? Have you found replacement help? I assume that might be difficult during the holidays."
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Date: 2015-01-05 12:43 pm (UTC)"Aside from the obvious, how are things at the shop? Have you found replacement help? I assume that might be difficult during the holidays."