The party at the packhouse (5) [Bonus chapter]
"You should put those closer together…", Dawn said when she approached Zina.
Zina turned to see behind her, to make sure it was not just her imagination. "Dawn."
Zina was really happy to see her friend. They saw each other earlier that afternoon when Zina brought things to Dawn, but that was only briefly with George around. Dawn and Zina were together most of the time, so this day-long separation felt like forever.
"You look stunning."
Dawn smiled. "You think? Thank you for the dress."
If Zina didn't bring her the dress, Dawn wouldn't have anything to wear. And Zina brought her more than just a dress. She brought a carry-on with several changes of clothes and toiletries, and Zina did that by rushing to Dawn's apartment while potatoes were in the oven. Ivy and Lily made sure nothing burned until Zina came back.
Zina shook her head. "It's not about the dress. It's you, D. You are glowing."
Dawn smiled until her cheeks hurt. She was happy.