Chapter 55

Edward glanced down. "Alright." Anthony Hayes threw a few looks Edward's way. He didn’t really like the guy—still skeptical about that mix-up last night—but at least he didn’t seem like a threat to Alice. Plus, didn’t that whole construction site drama recently end with Edward saving her? Might be screwed up in the head, but at least his heart's in the right place. Anthony couldn’t be bothered to dig deeper. He only had eyes for Gina Hayes, totally wrapped in their own little world while the others just minded their meals. Once Edward quieted down, Alice finally relaxed, though she frowned at the mountain of food piled in her bowl. "Pfft!" Jessica Lane nearly spit out her drink laughing at Alice’s miserable face. When she caught the death glare from across the table, she quickly covered her mouth and gave a sheepish "okay, I'll shut up" gesture. Everyone walked away from that dinner with their own thoughts. As they left, Jessica slowed her steps and hooked Alice’s arm, trailing behind