In the end, the boutique manager offered Betty a full refund and promised to create a new wedding gown at half the price. Only then was the fiasco resolved.
Walking out of the boutique, Clarice marveled, "I didn't know you were such a tough negotiator. Getting a discount from a place like that is impressive."
Betty flipped her hair with a grin. "Years of shopping experience, my dear."
Clarice thought back to Lily's earlier remarks, realizing that Betty had likely been deeply hurt after breaking up with Dan.
A pang of regret hit Clarice. "Betty, I'm sorry about how I handled things with Dan back then."
Betty pressed a finger to Clarice's lips. "Don't apologize. It was all his fault. Honestly, I should be thanking you for helping me see that jerk for who he really was. But what about yo
