“Do you have an explanation Grant?” asked Tom.
“I’m really sorry I didn’t pass this by you all first, but I was desperate for the money. Maisie was taking me to court for a little bit of land. Do you know I had to call the engagement off because she was carrying another man’s child?”
They all gasped, as they were all fully aware of what had been going on, for not only had Ian spoke to Maisie, but he had also run into George on his way back from Maisie’s and he had confirmed all Maisie had told him.
“You are a cad, Grant Headley, and I am ashamed to be associated with you,” said Ian. Grant looked at his three best friends and business partners.
“What is wrong? I’ll pay the money back as soon as I get back on my feet, I promise.”
“If only it was just the money, Grant. You informed us Ma
