Amid curious stares, Hannah settled into Maloney’s car.

Thunk!

She slid into the seat and shut the door.

Joselyn, her Lips pressed together, looked a tad uneasy.

Beside her, Amelie caught Hannah’s departure and quipped, “Well, isn’t that something? Maloney’s playing chauffeur for her!”

Glancing at Joselyn, Amelie sneered, “Are you clueless? Didn’t I warn you? Seems like it went in one ear and out the other!”

Joselyn quickly assured, “Mother, I get it… I won’t go against you.

She stole a glance at Wallace, who seemed oblivious to their conversation.

Then, in a hushed tone, Joselyn murmured, “It’s a shame.

Maloney’s the sharpest tool in the Pierce shed.

Doubt they’ll let him slip away that easy.

“Humph I”

car ahead, Amelie’s eyes

tricks up my sleeve

plan, and you’ll be the pride of the Compton clan and the bride of

nodded meekly, her gaze

as you

the neighboring car, after they’d driven a good distance,

me? Everybody from

gripped the steering

spill the beans

shot Hannah a knowing

“It’s a surprise.

when

to be a mystery?” Confusion

are throwing

Please, no drama.

cause trouble?” While driving, Maloney offered her a reassuring glance and

trouble find its

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