Dressed for Deception

The sound of the leaving car drifted into Valerie's ears as Donovan walked into the room.

She craned her neck toward him like a curious baby, asking, “Why did Mrs. Whitmore find you?”

Donovan headed over to her and caressed her head. “She told me to bring you along to a banquet tomorrow.”

Valerie narrowed her eyes upon hearing his response. It was customary for her to be invited to the banquet if