“So what’s this about?” Theo asked as he and his brother flopped on one of the couches in the living room. Alexis was ensconced on the other while their mother nervously stood by her. It had been two days since their grandmother swept in and they had suddenly been asked to join Silas in the living room. They were all a little apprehensive since it was the first time he summoned them since their arrival. Leaving them for a few minutes Silas returned with Thomas carrying several identical boxes. Thomas handed the boys each a box while Silas delivered one each to Alexis and Ava. “What’s this?” Sean asked. “According to your grandmother I shouldn’t be so slow about certain things,” Silas said. “So these are early Christmas gifts.” “Whoa! Cool!” Theo exclaimed opening his box to reveal the