Swallowing Defiance

As Nora spoke, she picked up a spoon. "The hotel only serves local food, so Mr. Vance asked me to make breakfast from Westmark.

"I make the best Westmark-style breakfast in the area. Why don't you give it a try? I know you're allergic to crab, so I made this oatmeal and some fish and corn instead. It smells great."

Cleo sat on the edge of the bed, watching as Nora set the oatmeal and the other foo