Rue’s POV

“So ridiculous, ” Vicky said. “Trying to wriggle her way out of her own words? Coward. If she had even a shred of decency, she’d—”

“—eat the damn dog poop?” I finished wryly, shaking my head.

Vicky laughed loudly, drawing a few curious glances. “Exactly! But we both know she’ll never admit defeat that way. Still, you saw her face? Priceless. It was worth it.”

I chuckled. I had no need for vengeance—it seemed to have taken care of itself when Sora and her ...