"You're too kind for this town, Elijah," Ben voiced the opinion of a few intelligent and charming people in a far off time and space.

"Well, I believe the town is happy to have you." Tobias said.

"I believe so." Rose piped in. The girls brought the rest of the food to the table and all the children sat down.

Ben said a prayer, but when he was done, he cleared his throat. "I just want to say... I'm thankful for you all bein' 'ere. We met under troubled circumstances." Alice looked embarrassed, but Ben gently put a hand on the back on her head. "But we'll speak no longer of past mistakes. I'm very thankful I have my daughters here with me alive. And it's you I have to thank for that, Tobias, Elijah. So let's celebrate life and kindness today. Thank you for your generous and courageous deeds."

Suddenly Will started rapping the table and the others joined in as a sort of applause.

Tobias smiled. "Thank you, Ben."