Jessica was shaking with fury as she lashed out at Celeste. "I swear, I could slap you right now! You're just like your mother, both of you with those venomous tongues. But what's the use? Mr. Ford can't stand you anymore. Just divorce him and step down—it'll do us all a favor!"

Celeste just laughed, amused by their misconception.

So they actually think that? After yesterday, Nathaniel's trust in me is rock solid.

"What's so funny?" Ava sneered. "Mr. Ford isn't here to ...