Chapter 66

Ronald’s voice was flat. “What if she refuses to apologize?” Natalie sobbed harder. “Then I’ll call the police right now! She hit me! That’s assault! Even my parents never laid a hand on me—who does she think she is? So rude! I won’t let her get away with it!” Still expressionless, Ronald said, “Go ahead. Paul, please see this lady out of the hotel.” I was stunned. I really thought Ronald would try to avoid trouble and drag me back to apologize to Natalie. Apparently, Natalie didn’t see it coming either. She choked on her sobs. “You’re... kicking me out?” His tone didn’t change a bit. “You’re threatening to call the cops on my wife. Why would I keep you around? Got some nerve.” Natalie went silent. Then Grace’ anxious voice cut in. “Mr. Wright, my friend didn’t mean what she said. I’ll apologize on her behalf to you and Mrs. Wright. We promise, no police. It’s our fault. It’s just, it’s not safe for girls to be out so late—can we please just crash here tonight and leave first thing tom