Chapter Ten
Joey
This long and trying day is finally over, thank God. I feel infinitely better after a shower and nap. While the vibe in the house is still super uncomfortable, I can at least take a break from it by going out for dinner.
I jog downstairs, feeling cute in my camisole and one nice skirt, admiring the spotless house with the satisfaction of a job well done. As I pass the dining room, I hear talking and utensils clinking against plates; the whole Easton family is already at the table. I"d planned to slip out the door with as little fanfare as possible, but since they"ve probably spotted me, I might as well be polite and say goodbye.
As soon as I step into the doorway, all conversation dies. Everyone is frozen with their forks and glasses halfway to their mouths, staring at
