By the time, the house had settled into the warmth of a family dinner. Huzaifa's plan had brought everyone out to the lawn, with Hamna and Kazim joining them as well. A large table had been set up beneath the open sky, big enough to accommodate the entire family. Plates, serving bowls and glasses filled almost every inch of it, while conversations overlapped from one end to the other.

A little farther away, the barbecue was still going, sending up waves of heat and the mouthwatering aroma of grilled meat. Ehan and Nomi kept making trips between the barbecue and the table, carrying food back for everyone. Ehan had even handed Arman a plate and recruited him into the task. Beyond them, a bonfire crackled steadily, its flames throwing a warm glow across the lawn as the evening chill settled in.