Chapter 182

Ted stood and motioned the group over to join them. Gwen quickly surmised that things had gone well after seeing her mother beam with pleasure. She hugged her father, then Charlotte, and took a seat. Jordan gave Ted a hug and sat down while Steve shook hands with Ted, Ralph Smith, and Billy’s dad. He then sat between Jordan and Gwen while Kate joined Stephanie and her family at a nearby table.

“We all agreed to let Charlotte relate the evening’s activities to you three. You’re very fortunate to have this girl for a friend,” added Ted as he nodded at Charlotte and took his seat.

“Well, it wasn’t all that dramatic. The board conducted its regular meeting and then asked for any discussion from the floor. The meeting had been moved to the gym to accommodate the big crowd. The board sat at a long table facing the bleachers so everyone could see and hear what was going on. Surprising absolutely no one, Mrs. Gillow went first and ranted and raved about what bad influences you t