A large courtyard behind the Fortress served as the place where the Clan often ate together. It hadn't been used since before Morti disappeared, but today there were tables stacked with all sorts of fresh meats and fruit. A hungry Nix grabbed a plate and immediately began heaping food on it.
"Hey, Nix." A humor-laced voice spoke from beside him. He turned to see the Ground Pounder Alchemist smiling at him. "A bit early for you isn't it."
"Yep," Nix readily agreed. Nix glanced around at all the full tables. "Seems crowded today."
"I was told to escort you to the Clan Leader's table." The Alchemist waited while he grabbed a drink and then led him to one of the front tables, Mortimus and Scarlett were already there.
Nix took a seat next to Mortimus and started eating. There was no formality, everyone ate together, catching up on the latest events. There was a sense of excitement in the air.