“Everyone, I’m sorry. My sister has decided to punish me because we had a private disagreement.”
Rachel frowned. “Vanessa, you said Natalie offered to treat us.”
“She did,” Vanessa said.
“No,” I replied. “I didn’t.”
Vanessa crossed her arms.
“She promised to help me and then suddenly cut me off. She even refused to pay my rent. Now she wants to make me look irresponsible.”
Rachel looked from her to me.
“What does your rent have to do with this dinner?”
Vanessa didn’t reply.
We moved back to the table because other guests were beginning to watch.
Daniel gave us space but stayed nearby in case the payment discussion needed his attention.
Vanessa started talking before anyone sat down.
“Natalie’s always been like this. If she helps you, she makes sure you remember it.”
My face burned.
Rachel spoke cautiously.
“Vanessa told us you offered to pay for tonight, but then you got angry with her over money.”
