Penelope put on a show of being wronged, saying, “Allison, you’ve totally got me wrong. It was Nathalie who asked all those questions. She was the one who suggested the game.” She didn’t dare offend Allison openly. Ever since Leah Flanagan–Eaden’s medication swap was discovered by Allison, Allison had become a loose cannon.

The old Allison would never dare talk to Penelope like this.

Penelope decided to play weak first, then slowly find Allison’s weak spots.

“Allison, we grew up together. Sure, we’ve had our share of fights, but remember when I gave you twenty grand to help Grace Zimmer–Kane? You needed the money; I wanted to marry Lucian. It was a win–win, right? If you have a thing for Jason, I don’t mind; we’re not at odds.” Seeing Allison leaning against the railing in silence, she continued to soothe, “Once I’m married to Lucian, I’ll help you reunite with your mom; how about that?”

lifted

on, “Your mom is now on the best medication. She’s doing well; she’s awake.”

I marry into the Lindbergh family, your mother will be safe. Once I become Lucian’s wife, I’ll give you and Grace a chunk of change to get you two

She and Adrian would find a way to save her mother. Allison leaned against the railing. The sea breeze on her hot face was soothing. She

silent, Penelope called out,

off on the bench in front of the hotel, then take me back to the beach.” The driver hesitated,

“What’s not okay?”

minutes before getting up. She

sea breeze was stronger in the center of the island. Her hair was a mess. She went to the giant cruise ship “The Star” parked

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