#Chapter 53 Renee

Renee Oh, this was too good. Vivian let out a startled laugh, light and falsely casual. “That’s weird. Try Margo’s.” Another card. Another pause. “I’m afraid this one’s declined too.” The third girl snapped her gum and passed her card with a roll of her eyes. “Try this one. It’s new.” Declined. The waiter gave a tight, professional smile, but her patience was clearly wearing thin. “Do any of you have a valid form of payment?” Vivian’s smile was slipping now, her cheeks turning red as her voice dropped. “There must be some mistake.” The rest of the table, having already paid started to get up. George sighed. "Shame we couldn't cut loose." "I think we'd all be okay to be spared your yodeling this week," one of the others said, shrugging on her coat. "It's therapeutic!" I laughed. "Next time." He grinned. "That's the spirit!" Neil slipped out of his seat, the one he'd switched me so I was further away from Vivian. He picked up my jacket and held it out for