As a rule, she rarely allows outsiders to visit the House of the Hearth. This is not the kind of territory where she could afford to relax her vigilance. This place is sacred, which is not worth talking about out loud once again.

But today was an exception. The children were able to come to an agreement with “Father” (but, to admit, she herself was not against it) and they followed a small tradition: they had a barbecue day. Moreover, the Traveler was allowed to invite friends, the hostess of the house did not express any objections to this.

Towards the evening, the table was set and each of the guests spent time eating delicious meat, or actively conversing. Arlecchino, in turn, observed everything from her place. Her expression was restrained and calm, it was clear that even at such moments she was vigilant, despite the relaxing and cheerful atmosphere around her.

Am I a hospitable enough hostess ? - She asked the person standing next to her, trying not to look too intensely with her eyes.