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It was a fantastic dinner party.

All five of his guests were in sparklingly form, the comments over appetizers about some of the other patrons in the restaurant were very witty, which certainly explained the dirty looks.

As the fish was served, Gabriel began to tell one of his famous stories, one that lasted well into the main, although it never dragged.

Then the dessert and cheeses came with excellent wine, as Helena did an impromptu poetry recital.

Only then did Derek’s mind clear and he realised he was alone at the table.

Although the bill was sadly very real.