SLOANE'S POINT OF VIEW.

I lowered my voice low enough to make her lean in to actually hear what I said. “You sure have a lot to say for someone who isn’t wearing the right uniform anymore.”

Her victorious smile faltered immediately at that, her eyes widening in shock at my words. I guess she thought no one would notice the change.

“What happened?” I asked, feigning interest. “Daddy’s money no longer long enough to afford the scarlet uniform? I guess things ...