He sipped his, as he’d have his own hands full soon enough. And he did. When Carolyn came in and handed John to him, he went back to the kids’ roo... and put him in the cradle. He wasn’t ready for sleep yet, but he was getting close. The mobile would hold his attention ‘til his eyes closed. He went back to collect Paul and handled him the same way.The professor brought his drink, half full by that time, to the table with him. The conversation began with the kids and went on to the dissertation.. " Ida whispered.Groggy, he stood and walked to the toilet off the kitchen. He didn't see the people at the table drinking coffee. There were gasps and spluttered exclamations he didn't hear. The door closed and the sound of a shower running was heard in the kitchen. What he also didn't hear was a nervous Ida say, "He hasn't woke up yet. He has been under considerable strain."A while later, Harley came out, head down, drying his thick mop of hair. "Now, Hon, what was you saying about that damned. Anna smiled at him seductively, and he smiled back with a face of pure pride and content, what a morning, and what an experience he had had. The morning was slow and relaxed. Maggie returned to the house and made pancakes and muffins for the four kids. Though her mind was in a different place, Maggie focused on being a good host to her cousin and his friends. I-Im sorry, its just, you have to get your cousin out of here . Clairs warning words ran through Maggies mind, as she smiled and laughed. He reached his peak as Vandhana collapsed under him and seemed to go back to sleep.Quite awake, he glanced at the ring, which warm seemed to have acquired a bit of shine.Vandhana left his room early and silently.After finishing with his morning rituals, Ravi walked to his new found haunt, He could see Vandhana call out to him as he left the house, and then follow him, when he didn't respond back.He was a bit flustered by her following him. He reached the outcrop quickly, unable to loose.