"Alice in Blunderland. I'll have to remember that one." Stephanie replied with a faint smirk as their plates were carried away, and sorbets were brought out as a palate cleanser. "There is no time like the present, agreed."

"You know, if we spread the word to Jeremiah ... it would be pleasant if we could get a representative from Avalon. I can think of a few of its inhabitants that would be rather agreeable company." Stephanie smiled slightly at Brooke. No, she hadn't forgotten that Brooke seemed awfully fond of Lucas once upon a time.