Chapter 9
After sharing a meal the group had reached an easy rhythm of banter. As usual, Gio’s food had healing powers, raising blood sugar and encouraging endorphin releases that put everyone at ease, even the guys. No one was glaring at anyone or using demeaning nicknames.
Finally, Rose cleared her throat.
“So, I think it’s time we talked about what really brought us all here,” she started.
“Hold on.” Amber held up her hand. “I think this is going to call for some additional chocolate and sugar coated goodness.”
She got up, walked to the kitchen, and returned with the box of donuts the guys had brought us earlier, cutting up the remaining donuts into quarters so that everyone could partake. She stuffed a huge piece of vanilla and raspberry drizzled beignet in her mouth and waved at
