Chapter 51: Resentment

The proposal ended in a storm of cheers and blessings. Skyla Zimmerman was practically glowing. She had always been more than satisfied with Kevin Letherdale, so the moment she saw him propose to her daughter, she made the call on the spot and invited the company staff out for dinner that night. Chandler Sowden wore a grin the whole time as well. Still riding the excitement, he hurried to book a hotel. The gathering didn't wrap up until after nine. One by one, everyone drifted off. By the time...