A Fool's Denial

Vivian's heart skipped a beat when she got a good look at the man.

There was only one thought in her mind. "Oh no!"

Bianca also paled intensely. She seemed to have gotten Vivian into quite a bit of trouble.

"Mr. Ashburn," Alyssa greeted the man first.

Standing in the doorway was none other than Gideon.

He was dressed more formally than usual, though his collar was loose and revealed a chain, givin