Cyrus was sitting close by.

His brow slightly arched as he listened to Vivienne's conversation with Karen.

"Think there's something fishy going on between your stepmom and Liana?" Cyrus asked, his gaze probing Vivienne's face for any hidden emotions.

Lately, she'd been colder than an Alaskan winter, making him wonder if she had uncovered some secret.

When Vivienne remained silent, he felt a heavy sensation in his chest, one he couldn't quite put into ...