Simone arrived at the dinner a bit late. Elaina, beyond happy to see her, didn't bother to question why she came by late, which was unlike her. Dinner was a full table of a different sort, and Simone didn't realize she was hungry until she sat at the table.

　　"See, Darius, I told you she was a beauty to behold. All of Elaina's friends are just as beautiful as she is." Cedric complimented, grinning widely at his wife.

　　Even though it sounds petty of her, one of the ...