"Why isn't Madelyn here, Kevin?" Mya asked.

Kevin replied with a hint of nonchalance, "Ms. Jent's downstairs, playing golf with Mr. Jardin. If you want to see her, go on down. Mr. Jardin said his company's taking care of the situation at the birthday party."

Mya said, "Thanks for letting me know."

Kevin nodded, "No problem."

Luke called out, trying to make things right, "Mya..."

Lifting her dress slightly, Mya shot him one last look, "I told you you'd face the consequences." She walked off,