Nathan Perry and his wife, along with Michael Dreiberg, were among the first to arrive upon receiving the news.
Bodyguards and security guards crowded the hallway so tightly that even the dignitaries in other rooms dared not utter a word.
The elders each took turns hugging Shane Bloom, everyone grinning from ear to ear.
Especially Marian Bloom, who, since her grandson bore her surname, immediately took off the jade necklace around her neck and placed it in the baby's crib.
"This is for my precious grandson, to bless your bed. Later, with the bracelet your mother has, it will make a set for when you get married."
The dark green jade necklace was a gift from Michael Dreiberg during the New Year, and Marian Bloom treasured it, having worn it only three times before giving it away so quickly, which made everyone laugh.
"He's so little and you're already worrying about his marriage?" Michael Dreiberg teased his daughter.
