James senses the stand-offish greeting that Alodia gives him, and he simply smiles a little taking a sip of his wine. The truth is, their families do have things in common. Rich beyond reason. Always in the spotlight. Histories that spanned back the town's founding. Still, they may never see eye to eye.

He glances around when she comments on the party. "Good. We wanted only the best for Daniel," he says, pausing a moment. "And Amelie."