Hal knew it very well - if he didn't manage to lift his best friend's spirits up, then it's time to bring in the treats.
"Shall we start now?" he beamed after a brief pause, catching everyone's attention.
Hal then glanced at Allen who just simply nodded before proceeding to serve the savories. Eli visibly perked up with that, relieved that they did her the favor of commencing the party. She wasn't really used to events like this, much less holding them. Fortunately, both Hal and Allen are affable hosts who're quite experienced at dealing with gatherings.
Three silver trays full of luscious desserts were neatly placed on the table - a colorful array of macaroons, a sweet mix of cookies and brownies, and a delightful variety of pastries. Along with them is a single, steaming teapot made out of rare porcelain.
"Now that I think about it, where do you get the money to pay for these stuff?" Eli asked Allen who's in the middle of pouring her tea.
