[ Erik's pretty sure of it too, but he listens to Sean talk about the stories because he seems so animated about it. Alex in the meantime, starts clearing up the dishes, because it's his turn to clean. The kids are swell, aren't they? ]

I think you dreamed that one up.

[ He can't help but interject. ]

No need to feel ashamed about it, but I'm sure that only happened in your nightmares, Sean.

[ He quickly pops the last bite of his scone in his mouth so that Alex can take away his plate. Aside from the stitches on his neck, this is a perfectly normal morning with all of them. ]