I couldn't utter a word when I felt a sharp sting on my face. I was sure it would leave a mark. Her assistant gasped. 

I swallowed and calmly told CC," I know what you think, but it is untrue." 

" You disappoint me, Love. I thought you were better than that. You came back, took my grandson back to get engaged to that scourge, David Kofflin?!" 

She was fuming and didn't hear a word I said to her. 

" CC, calm down, please," My voice was gentle. I had so much respect for her. 

" How ...