Benita's demeanor changed like a switch. She burst into tears.

"I-I'm sorry, Secretary Kellie. We were just talking about last night, and I got overwhelmed. I didn't mean to fight her!"

Vienna stared in disbelief.

Just moments ago, she had seen a woman willing to murder her. Now she was crying like a child caught in a lie.

"That's right, Miss Kellie," Vienna said with a forced smile, adjusting her tousled hair.

"I might've overreacted. Just a heated moment. Isn't that right, friend?"

She ...