The atmosphere was just as gloomy as the present state of their hearts. Simone chewed on her lips, hoping she wouldn't end up tearing a piece of it off. Ever since the death of Douglas's little boy, she has had to act concerned to avoid getting into Douglas's bad books. It was most annoying that her victorious moment was cut short, and there didn't seem to be any hope of it ending soon.

She sighed tiredly, looking around the room. It felt as if she was being choked. She couldn't take ...