Faolan watched the exchange between Lucien and Aurel with a light smile. It made his heart happy to see the boy smile with such genuine surprise and contentment, and especially as he watched him pull the book and utensils close into a hug. Leave it to Lucien to brighten the boy's day so considerably.

The Irishman finished with the fish and began to dishing them onto plates, passing one to Lucien. He nodded in answer, [color=a36209]"He took to it quickly, I'd say we both had fun. Eh, Aurel?"[/color] he asked, smiling over at the boy as he extended a plate toward him as well. In truth, the day had passed by rather quickly. This was unusual, as days when Faolan was alone seemed to drag on, as he was always waiting until he would lay eyes on his lover once more. But today he did not feel Lucien's absence as harshly, perhaps he had been too distracted by his anxiety over being alone with Aurel...either way, he'd found the child to be a welcome presence.