Violet POV

My breath lodged in my throat when I looked at the two of them. They were both looking like they were in cahoots, and that explained everything. Martha was a part of the conspiracy that Emily had woven. 

“Where are you going?” Martha asked as her smile turned into a grin. “And why are you taking my employee with you?” 

I shook my head as Janis’s mouth dropped to the floor. “I should’ve known.”

“You should have,” Martha chuckled. “But ...