Mal bowed his head silently for a prolonged moment. This was the time for "Open Incantations". However, in the past, their beloved Fnordie usually began this segment of the Ceremony... Mal finally looked up at the assembled Congregation and guests again.
"Pistle sie nie, wahrend sie Whiss," Mal repeated quietly.
A tear slowly and visibly formed on Mal's cheek as he continued.
"All Hail Fnordie the Wonder Pooch, Blessed of Eris!"