Chapter 156

Having completed the negotiations and signed the necessary documents, Steve phoned the lady in charge of the orphanage and told her what they had done. He asked her to meet with the contractor at the building so she could have input into what the orphanage would require in the way of renovations.

Then he asked if the children needed a temporary place to stay. He was assured that the government had stepped in and supplied living space for the children. Tired, but content, Steve, Gwen, Charlie, and Jordan returned to the hotel, where they found the rest of their group having dinner.

“Well, Kate and Lisa, we just spent a big chunk of your money,” began Gwen as she took a seat next to her mother.

“You should try the croissants,” replied Kate. “They’re to die for!”

“Don’t you want to know what we did with your money, and how much we spent?” asked Gwen. “We spent a lot more than just a shopping spree.”

“I wouldn’t blame you guys if you spent every last nicke