FOURTEEN

Four hours later they exited the shop. That was after Alexis had argued with Marjorie because apparently they'd decided to buy only four dresses but she'd found six that she really liked and wouldn't let go off until they were paid for. Then there were the shoes and since they hadn't talked about those, they argued for about half an hour until Ray decided to pay for them so they could just leave. But not before putting a reminder on his phone that said 'Never take Marjorie shopping' so he never fell into that trap again. Now that they were outside, he could almost hear Alexis' thoughts. She wanted to go with Marjorie but he wasn't going to let her. He had to clear some things up.

"I'll put those in the car" he snatched the bags she was carrying then walked to where his car was parked without looking back. He opened the back door placing the bags on the seat then turned