[That is one thing Dave can take solace in while visiting the Egbert household. While the harlequins may be almost as creepy as Cal, none of them will ever teleport around the room, either of their own free will or motivated by Dad. Flash-stepping was thankfully not included among Colonel Sassacre's otherwise vast and impressive collection of tricks.]

Thanks. It's a bit of a joint effort between the two of us, I guess you might say. We're still working on it, but I'm happy with how everything's turning out.

[Dad sets the cake down on the table, carving off a slice for Dave and one for himself.]

Dig in. Hope you like chocolate.