The test confirmed it–the chicken soup was poisoned.

Zada’s face went pale. “That’s impossible! How could there be poison in the soup I made? There’s no way. That can’t be right!”

Shaun’s expression darkened. “You made that soup yourself, didn’t you?”

Zada nodded quickly. “Yes, I did!”

Shaun’s voice turned cold. “Guards!”

A group of men in black suits rushed over. “Mr. Lane.”

He waved his hand sharply. “Take her away.”

The guards moved instantly, grabbing Zada by the arms.

Zada’s eyes widened in shock. “Wait, you’ve got the wrong person! Why are you grabbing me?”

Shaun’s face was ice. “Halsey was poisoned because of that chicken soup. You made it, which makes you the killer! Since you took Halsey and my baby from me, you’ll pay with your life!”

Hidden in the corner, Sierra watched it all unfold with quiet satisfaction. Zada had finally served her ultimate purpose–being her perfect scapegoat.

Zada’s voice cracked. “No, it wasn’t me! I’d never hurt Halsey. She was my best friend! I—”

friend? Maybe you had something else planned all along. I know the two of you

head desperately. “No, please–you have to believe me! I


tone was final.

“Got it, Mr. Lane.”

out

smile. Two birds with

and

Sierra treated herself

warm water and soft candlelight melt her tension away. Her mind wandered

Gilbert, sitting in prison. She’d have to visit him soon and tell him that

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Halsey so much that he’d turned against Sierra for her sake. Sierra couldn’t wait to see his face when he found out who

smiled to herself.

Sierra had finally won!

out of the


Ding–dong!

broke the silence. Someone was knocking at her

night? Who could it

walked over and opened the door. Her heart

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