Chapter 19
Rossie checked her green and pink accent sundress and her clean, untouched face clear of all makeup.
She hadn’t let anyone see her without her layers on in years.
But after last night, she hadn’t the energy to get up and spend hours perfecting her appearance. It was time to test the waters of acceptance.
Stephano called out, “Our guests are here.”
She left the bathroom and held her head high. Stephano didn’t seem to notice as he kissed her cheek.
Part of why it was so easy to love him was that he saw the true her. He pressed his hand on her lower back and opened the door. However, his eyes widened as four people filed in. “Matteo. Sheena. Chelsea. Cassidy.”
Rossie nodded at Stephano to indicate that she’d take care of ordering more food from their staff. She hugged all th
