Room Key to the End of Our Marriage
When I'd once suggested trying the hotel, Nathan had snapped, "Isn't our house good enough? You're such a big spender. I’ve never seen anyone spend money like you do."
But it was my card, a gift from my friend. Why couldn't I use it? The more I thought about it, the angrier I got, driving straight to the hotel.
With the holiday approaching, the lobby buzzed with guests checking in. I waited nearly half an hour for the front desk to clear.
"I'm Alva Phelps," I said, struggling to keep my voice steady. "You called me this morning."
The receptionist glanced up, confused. "Ms. Phelps? But you're already back in your room. You just requested no housekeeping ten minutes ago and activated the do-no