Chapter 20

When all the customers checked out of the inn, Gemma stood before the four women with a heavy expression. It felt like she was carrying a huge weight on her shoulders which might crush her at any moment. Still, Gemma said earnestly, "I'm sorry for causing everyone trouble." Hannah was the first to react. She quickly held Gemma's hand. "What are you talking about? Did you forget what we agreed upon when we started this inn? We promised to stand together as one no matter through hardship or success. This isn't your fault at all. It's men's fault. It's the world's fault!" "Yeah, Gem. Ignore the haters online. We've heard worse, and we're still fine. Don't blame yourself either. Neither Clarisse nor I would be here if it weren't for you. Heck, we could always do something else if this inn doesn't work out. We've saved up so much money, we can just get plastic surgery and no one will recognize us anymore!" Jennifer burst out laughing. "Who do you plan to look like then?" "Hey, don't la