Unwanted Interference

Dane received a phone call from his mother, Ruth, and he arrived at the private room in the restaurant as arranged. Upon entering, he saw Daphne and Ruth laughing and chatting together.

Ruth saw Dane arrive and exclaimed with delight, "You're finally here! We've been waiting for you to arrive, so we can eat together." She waved her hand to signal the waiter to bring the food.

Dane sat down without