Chapter 9

Current Location: The Whip and Chain.

Leaving the driver and Mrs. Spooner on the bus, we walked into the Whip and Chain. I could see the chagrin on Ruby’s face. Ruby was utterly disgusted by this choice of venue. It made me extremely happy deep inside!

Why would Shelly do this? Is she trying to get back at me for something I did? I cannot imagine what though." Ruby mumbled to herself. "Look, it may not be what you imagined for your Bachelorette party, but we are here so let us make the best of things." Derek smiled gently at Ruby.

I turned to Ruby." How about we do this. I will go grab everyone’s drinks. And before you go and try making requests, I am choosing the drinks for everyone tonight. Ruby it is your party, and you can cry if you want to. But you are going to have fun even if it kills you." Derek screamed " Hell yeah cousin! That is what I am talking about. Someone making my dear sister climb out of her shell."

I smiled than turned around and headed for the bar. After ordering