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“Here’s to an unforgettable night,” Ivy said as she raised her glass of orange juice over the breakfast table.
People who had spent the night at Shangri-La gathered in the kitchen. Mitch and Chef Raul had turned out a breakfast of eggs and bagels, yogurt and granola, and fresh fruit and juice. Poppy had helped Ivy set up a buffet similar to what they usually did at the inn.
“Thanks to each of you for pulling together in this effort to keep us all safe and sane,” Ivy said, gazing around the large table at Sunny, Shelly, Imani, Nan, Maeve, and others. Gilda clutched a shivering Pixie. Even Geena had joined them for breakfast, staying close to Paige. “And special appreciation to Carol and Hal for opening their home to us.”
Everyone in the kitchen broke out in cheers and applause.
“We
