Everyone's eyes were still on Caroline, but now they saw Gloria as well, and whispers spread through the crowd.

One lady was heard to say to her friend, "What? Caroline ruined Mrs. King's dress?"

"Mrs. King's dress? Gosh, we'd better stay away from her," said another guest to his partner, "Nobody offends Mrs. King."

Gloria simply could not allow Caroline to outshine her. But as it was Caroline remained calm, unfazed by either praise or criticism.

Just then, Mrs. King, ...