The conversation had shifted to Richard Collins and his family.

Lyra Birch stared at Ivy Collins in shock. “Are you saying Richard Collins actually tried to force you to marry an abusive man?”

Ivy shot a discreet glance at Jake Collins, who was suddenly very interested in the ceiling. “That was a long time ago. Richard Collins is getting what he deserves now—he’s still rotting in prison.”

“Cousin, you have no reason to feel any guilt ...