Synopsis

Kate harbored no particular dislike for Dan, Billie Jo’s boyfriend—save for the inescapable fact that his mother was Selma Plout, her longtime adversary. Once again, their voices clashed at the Every Other Wednesday Afternoon Discussion Club. Even the whispers of a potential marriage between Billie Jo and Dan did not particularly bother Kate. Uncle Joe suggested there was a genuine possibility of such a union, advising her to consider reconciliation with Selma. Kate made an effort toward civilit