19 Richard Shelby’s Phone Call

Although Clarence had already sped up, he could not avoid the heavy traffic. They arrived at the hotel where Armstrong and Peony had made the reservation for the meal around forty minutes later.

They came to the reserved suite according to the suite number given.

Armstrong, Peony, their eldest daughter, Belle Murphy, their eldest son-in-law, George Toll, their second son-in-law, Kaysen Wall, and Melody Murphy were present.

Apart from Armstrong and Peony, the rest of them had dark looks on their faces. 

This was especially so for Kaysen. His expression darkened the moment he saw Clarence enter. It was as if he had caught sight of his nemesis.

"Father, Mother," Clarence greeted them.

"Take a seat."

Both Armstrong and Peony nodded. They treated Clarence politely today.