“Welcome to the Lakeview,” Thomas said.

“Allow me to arrange a dedicated bellman for the bridal garments.”

“I have it perfectly under control, thank you,” Vanessa said.

She marched past him toward the private elevators.

I paid seven dollars for a black iced coffee at the lobby cafe and waited for Ethan to finish checking in.

He walked over with two heavy brass room keys dangling from his fingers.

“Vanessa went ahead to unpack the dresses,” Ethan said.