Chapter 72

“Good afternoon, Miss Pond. I’m a staff member from the resort. We have a barbecue and camping event planned for tonight. Would you like to join us?” Silvia took a moment to consider. With no other plans for the evening, she decided to sign up for the event. Night descended, and she arrived at the camping site on time. She noticed that many people had also registered. The attendees were connected to Brooks Corporation in one way or another. Silvia did not expect to see Neil and his gang, Chris and his filming crew, as well as Abalene and her friends, there. She initially sat next to a small barbecue grill meant for one or two people in the corner. However, Abalene spotted her just as she was about to start grilling. “Silvia, join us and keep us company!” She wanted to decline, but Abalene walked right up to her before she could. “It’s no fun barbecuing alone. You should join us, and we can have a nice chat.” Since Abalene was so insistent, Silvia found herself sitting with the