C135 Ugly Face

Hassie's comments were laced with malice, thoroughly disparaging Wood. Tella's face soured, and she couldn't help but defend Wood. "Mom, Wood isn't the terrible person you're making him out to be."

"He's the one who cleared up all the trouble I caused."

The Griffiths men burst into hearty laughter.

Burrell scoffed, "Tella, you're overestimating Wood. Sure, he seemed impressive at the banquet