"That's just not fair."

Corless chimed in, “Alright, we'll see him tomorrow then. I'll bring along two bottles of fine wine."

Bettie stayed over that night. After dinner, she texted Lance, reminding him he was to meet her parents the next morning.

The following morning, as Bettie descended for breakfast, she noticed Corless dressed in a shirt and pants, a black belt cinching his waist. His hair was slicked back, and his beard was freshly groomed.

He looked energetic.