“I don’t know, either…” she answered instinctively. She was so embarrassed that she wanted to get rid of them, but the women kept following right behind her.

“How could you not know? Aren’t you the cousin of Mr. Denmark?”

“Yeah, and Mr. Denmark is willing to take you with him as his companion. You must have a great relationship!”

****

Hazel had a headache and frustration watching these ladies persevering.

“Sorry, I’m going to the bathroom.” Hazel was forced to make an ...