It was around eight when they finally finished the buffet, and Mackie got sleepy after eating so much.
She kissed her Mommy and Uncle good night and then went down to brush her teeth and sleep, leaving Chloe and Vernon alone at the dining table of the Penthouse.
Chloe busied herself by putting all the dishes in the dishwasher while Vernon watched from the side.
He crossed his arms. There was a lingering worry despite seeing Chloe in full health in front of him.
'How did she bump into Chelsea?'
'Why did she try to protect that little boy?'
'Did she realize that she was being recorded by so many people?'
'Does she know that she and her sister are trending on so many platforms right now?'
Those questions lingered in Vernon's head. He waited until Chloe finished putting all the dirty dishes into the dishwasher before he asked, "Did you stumble into something interesting today?"
