*The truth*

The front door swung open before Val could even lift her hand to knock. Camilla stood there, eyebrows raised in surprise.

"You actually made it out of bed?" she said, grinning. "Thought you’d be half-dead with a hangover by now."

Val gave a small, tight lipped smile. "Surprised myself too."

Camilla stepped aside, letting her in. The house was even brighter in the daylight, the morning sun spilling through large windows and highlighting the sleek, modern interior. There were ...