Anthony finished one last biscuit and a sip of tea before he stood up. "Do you need help cleaning up?" He asked, but Mrs. Brown just shooed him away. Ever the gracious hostess, she wouldn't think of allowing a guest to tidying up at the end of a gathering. Anthony hoped that this mentality would eventually change, if he ever found himself transitioning into this family.
Once he had gathered their coats and the gifts that Lavender's parents had given them, Anthony gave one last round of thank you's and Happy Christmases before he guided Lavender to the door.