As soon as the words were spoken, Ivy Collins found herself surrounded by prying eyes from all directions.

There’s no wall that doesn't let some air through. Although the news of Ethan Lancaster's arrest hadn’t spread to the outside world yet, those who had been scheming against him were definitely among this crowd, looking to stir the pot while they had the chance.

Ivy’s mind raced, and just as she was about to speak, a languid male voice spoke up first, ...