He smiled appreciatively as Billy conceded the point.

"Anyway, happy birthday, properly. I hope you're enjoying yourself," he continued. "Isabelle put together a pretty good party, despite everything. By which I mean, of course, not asking for my help." Of course he didn't. Of course he meant despite the loss of Max wearing on her heart, but it was a party. "I'll spread around some glitter, but nothing else. I promise."