Chapter 120 If You Have To Hate Someone

• Their window table at Sunny-Side Up Cafe, the in-house coffee shop in the north wing, offered them a stunning view of the sparkling Mediterranean swimming pool overlooking the wellness spa. But the gorgeous scenery wasn't enough to lighten the tense mood hanging over them, and Marybeth couldn't even understand why Austin invited her father to lunch.
• Thankfully, Orlando seemed oblivious to it all—or maybe she was far more intuitive than the adults gave her credit for. She picked up their slack and kept the conversation going, asking Lionel all kinds of questions, from his age right down to his living arrangements.
• He played along, answering them with an unwavering smile, but when Orlando doubled down, and her inquisition became a little intrusive, Austin stepped in, "Orlando, that's enough!"