Everyone present was an adult—they instantly understood what was happening inside the room.
All eyes turned to Cael, the pathetic groom-to-be who had just been humiliated at his own engagement party.
Cael did not disappoint. He put on the perfect performance, displaying the emotions expected of him.
He first forced an awkward smile and turned to the crowd. “The waiter must have led us to the wrong room.”
Then, grabbing the waiter’s collar, he angrily said, “You’ve ruined my fiancée’s reputation! I’m going to file a complaint against you.”
The waiter, playing his role well, cried out, “I swear, sir, Miss Murphy really went into this room! If you don’t believe me, see for yourself!”
As he spoke, he handed Cael the keycard.
Ariana’s parents had no trouble recognizing their daughter’s v
