We Take Our Punishment

I finally gave a mental shrug. “I’ll stay,” I said.

“Me, too,” said Alice.

Obviously not willing to lose face to me, Tara said, “Fine. Me too.”

“And me,” said Bit.

“All right, then,” said Millicent. “All four of you. That’s fine.”

Millicent turned and spoke to two Kay Zetas standing nearby. “Escort these four to the casting room while I speak with Torrance and Gabrielle about this matter.”