It was time for the birthday celebration to begin officially.
JoAnna went on the stage and spoke into the microphone while servers entered and silently served the first course: "Thank you everyone for coming here to celebrate Jeff's birthday. It means a lot to all of us. As you can see, lunch is being served and we will stay here until three o'clock. Each of you has a pamphlet on the table which will give you a variety of options you can do until eight o'clock at what time we will gather here for dinner…"
"Is this seat taken?", a deep male voice came from behind Penny who was focused on JoAnna.
Penny glanced on the side and saw finely pressed pants of someone who is standing behind the empty seat next to her. "Not taken." She said while focusing back on the stage.
"...Today's event will end at eleven in the evening with fireworks. I hope you enjoy!", JoAnna ended her speech and walked off the stage.
