Chapter 12

The dinner was a small gathering of about seven or eight people, all of whom were school administrators. Because some students had been injured, Teresa was late and ended up being the last to arrive. When the waiter pushed open the door to the private dining room, everyone's eyes immediately fell on her. She scanned the room and spotted Cameron and Hector. Nathan hadn't mentioned that the dinner was meant to express their gratitude for the fundraising event, and Teresa hadn't asked for details. She had simply agreed to come. Besides, Cameron usually dined at five-star restaurants and stayed in luxury hotels, so Teresa hadn't expected him to stay for a meal in this small town. Cameron noticed her as well. He was slightly surprised but then reasoned that perhaps she had also contributed to the fundraising, just to meet him at the dinner. Seeing that Teresa hadn't moved, Nathan quickly rose to greet her, "Dr. Sutton, please, come sit." Doctor? Cameron was even more surprised at th