Chapter 15: Dress-up Time

Renee

Outside a small boutique a few streets from the jeweler, Renee slid out of the bus. Damon and Travis drove off, the mini-bus disappearing around a corner.

In town, she'd buy an outfit to go with the necklace and show up Damon and Travis. Yesterday, the jeweler sent her a text message regarding the necklace being completed ahead of schedule and ready anytime. She couldn't wait. Even though this wasn't her first archeological dig, this was her first souvenir. Oh, and she needed to find something to bring back for her mom. After parading through several shops, she decided on a Turkish wooden flute and bracelets.

Next, she entered a dress shop. Racks crammed the clothing store while the music playing in the background made her think of belly dancers and harems. She loved jeans and shorts, but sometimes she liked to wear a skirt or dress. She'd felt so underdressed at Sofia's. Now, with them having pizza, she'd be overdressed.