Two couples were left at the table, staring tensely at each other. Sienna had no idea how things were going to proceed. All the gifts she had brought as part of her apology tour were likely going to go home with her.
But, something odd happened. As soon as the door closed and the footsteps of the royal couple faded, Lord Fox and Lord mouse laughed. Even Lady Mouse was smiling. Only Sienna maintained a lost look on her face.
"Am I missing something?" she asked curiously.
Elias gestured to the beast mouse couple, "Sienna, let me introduce you. These are the Cheddarleigh's and contrary to what everyone assumes, we are not filled with hatred and loathing for each other. We are business men who seek to profit together and we already worked this out this issue privately."
