Chad's face turned hot. 'Didn't Elliot say he was not going to come today? Why had Elliot suddenly appeared? Did his words not mean anything?' huffed Chad silently to himself.

Both Ben and Chad dashed toward Elliot as they tried to ask him their questions.

Elliot answered, "I just happen to be around the corner, so I thought I'd drop by and check the party out."

"I thought you'd be too chickened to come!" Mike walked toward Elliot and pulled him toward the bar. "Today, we are gathered here to celebrate Avery's birthday. Rule number one, no yelling is allowed, and secondly, no fighting. Let's all drink!"

Mike handed Elliot an empty glass before proceeding to fill it with liquor.

Avery was stunned. Did they really intend to start drinking before they had dinner? She saw a group of men staring at Elliot. They were led by Mike, who in turn, was flanked by the managers.

She realized what was happening! As she made to approach them, Tammy stopped her. "Let them be!" She pulled Avery