Elek picked up a flat stone off the beach and skipped it into the calm water. Moonlight sparkled off the splashes as it hopped six times before disappearing under the surface.

Naturally, this set up a friendly competition among the brothers. Even Christos left my side to join in. Dermott and I stood there laughing at their antics, and he pulled me closer to his side.

"Are they always like this?"

His chuckle held warmth and affection. "Pretty much. They can all be ...