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Pine, Needles, and Roses“So then, I ended the dinner with a toast that almost has Mrs. Ernestine in tears, and Wally and Paula were in complete shock and awe. Victoria had no cause to worry. She even came to me after the dinner was over and told me as much. So, all in all, it was a great night.”
Reena nodded, approval on her face, and Terrence looked very impressed.
“I swear, Jonah,” he said slowly, “you can adapt to any situation. If I ever have to get through a social setting of any kind, I want you on my team.”
Jonah laughed. “You'd better get Reena for that,” he said. “She's been playing this game longer than any of us.”
“Don't remind me.” Reena shook her head. “My staff Christmas party has yet to come. So, Jonah, the whole night went off without any hitches at all?”
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