Leaving on a Summer's Day
It buzzed in her ears, leaving her dizzy.
And she had no interest in hearing congratulatory remarks from people who didn't know the truth.
Noticing her growing discomfort, Mitchell waved the crowd away and led her to a quieter corner.
Their reprieve didn't last long. Bethany, dressed in a sleek black gown, approached with an air of practiced grace.
"Mr. Bennett, Ms. Longstaff, it's been a while," Bethany greeted, her voice carrying a deliberate sweetness.
Bethany was here as a guest speaker, a representative of the charity supported by the Bennetts over the years.
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