Post scene: Thirty years later: Palace on Kassis “Wow! I… that is…,” River Knight whispered, staring at Madas. “… Amazing. I’m so glad that you finally shared how you and Gril met. It is so romantic,” Star Strauss said with a sigh. Madas smiled across at Star. “I never thought about it being romantic until now, but Gril is a very romantic mate,” she admitted, tenderly caressing the growing bump under her blouse. “Now I want to know everything that has happened since,” Jo Strauss urged, leaning forward with her hand under her chin. “Madas can tell us after we have some cake,” Star said, rising to her feet. Madas gazed around Star and Jazin’s decorated living quarters. She had been shocked when she arrived for a prearranged visit and discovered that Star, Jo, and River had planned som

