There was no point in arguing. He’d let them talk.
Next, they brought him to the car rental company, where they collected the Mercedes-Benz, and set out for Wayfair Mountain Entertainment.
Now they were back on track.
Gerald had to open the door politely for Felicity to step out from the car. The other girls followed after and they were all greeted warmly by the staff at the villa.
Why was the villa showing such consideration for Exceptional Live?
It was simple: though neither Exceptional Live nor that upcoming Yorknorth Mountain event was that big a deal, the sponsors behind them were. Ultimately, Michael Zeke was trying to put on a show to impress Gerald Crawford.
As she posed for the photographers, Felicity turned and muttered under her breath to Gerald, who had been about to follow them inside, “Very good, Gerald. Now take the car to the parking lot and wait for us there. You’d best stay clear of the event proper, lest you blow your own cover and embarrass us all! Regarding dinner, you can buy yourself some bread if you get hungry—it’s not like they’re serving the kind of food you’re used to eating.”
Clearly, she thought he was likely to say something that might embarrass her.
Unbelievable! One day, she’d get her just desserts!
Gerald had had it up to here with Felicity. He had his pride too, for crying out loud! Couldn’t she show him at least a little respect?
Cursing in silence, Gerald could do nothing but comply and bring the car to the parking lot.
He couldn’t reveal his true identity, one way or the other.
Of course, Gerald wasn’t going to just hang around here like a fool.
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