Madeline opened her door and found three girls with many bags standing on the other side. “I see you did some shopping, ladies,” she said to them as she stepped back and allowed them to walk into her room.
“They’re dresses for tonight’s party. Esha said she would have some choices sent here for you and Ruby once you awaken from your nap,” Gretchen told her.
Madeline walked over to Gretchen and cupped Gretchen’s face with her hand. “I appreciate Miss Esha’s gesture, but I’m sure I have something suitable in my luggage for tonight. Let Ruby know about the kind gesture.”
“Already did,” Tabitha replied as she tapped the side of her head with her finger.
Ruby knocked on the adjoining door between their room before entering. “Looks like I missed out on all the fun,” she said as she looke
