Bill’s POV

My mother invited me to dinner at one of our family-owned hotels. I accepted, realizing it had been quite some time since we last caught up, just the two of us.

When I arrive, it surprises me to see Doris talking to Mom. I had no idea she’d be here. Her acting all friendly bugs me, remembering how she was rude to one of our janitors.

I just stop, suddenly wishing I was anywhere but here.

Doris spots me before I can even think about leaving. She flashes ...