"Nothing but the best for my dear, sweet prince," Caden says in a spot on impersonation of their mother. She's a wonderful woman and mother, but sometimes she can be a little steeped in tradition. Caden is glad that he and Joel were always able to connect so well.

"Leaving me to all the noble wolves, huh?" Caden teases, knocking their shoulders together. "I hope you know that I'll consider covering for you all night as your birthday present."

If Joel is going to disappear from his own party, Caden will need to run interference so no one will go looking for him. It's not like he has any other plans for the evening, and this may even keep him entertained.