Jack wasn't one to cower, but he's no fool.

Both of us, side-by-side, hugged the ground as projectiles whistled overhead. Shouts and obvious curses filled the air. The heat of battle was almost palpable, even in our no-man's-land.

A joyous occasion turned into a stupid misunderstanding.

Jack really shouldn't have made that comment about the bride's side of the family getting the short end of the deal. Really, what did he expect?

Finally, deafening silence, as one last rock found its mark, me of course.

"Is the frenzy over?"

"Looks like it," I replied.

"Guess this means no cake, huh?"