Chapter 39: Shoo Him Out

"Hmph!" Otis scowled and snapped at Byron, "You ex-convict, what makes you think you belong here? You think putting on a suit makes your past disappear?" He'd barely finished speaking when a commotion swept the room. Heads turned. Guests stared at Byron, stunned. No one had guessed that the handsome man was an ex-convict. Kara's brows furrowed. She hadn't expected Otis to bring up Byron's past at a time like this. Byron didn't bat an eye. He replied coolly, "Otis Casson, watch your mouth. I'm...