Chapter 7
Though he didn’t get the independent movie he wanted so badly, Fess did land another audition, an original play, the role of a nineteenth century dandy who ruined his lover’s life by exposing their forbidden affair. It meant perfecting his English accent and spending the show either mostly nude or sweltering in ruffles and velvet, but it was the richest part he’d got since moving to Chicago, and he couldn’t have been more excited.
Joe insisted on celebrating by taking him out to Grace. When Natalie heard, her eyes bugged out.
“Do you have any idea how expensive that place is?” she asked.
He didn’t until they showed up. By then, it was too late but to accept graciously and appreciate each bite of the amazing menu. The staff treated them like kings, and though the restaurant wa
