Claire's POV
"You can call me Evelyn," she said with that annoyingly perfect smile. "It's so nice to finally meet you, Claire."
I hated how she made my name sound like a casual afterthought.
The woman in front of me didn't have that smug look you'd expect from a homewrecker.
Evelyn had known Lucius long before I did.
From that perspective, I was the ridiculous third wheel.
"Let's skip the pleasantries," I said. "What exactly do you want from me?"
Evelyn didn't seem offended. If anything, she looked almost sympathetic. Great. Just what I needed—pity from my husband's gorgeous ex.
"You're direct. I like that," she said,"I imagine Lucius appreciates that quality in you too."
"Cut to the chase, please. Why am I here?"
"Claire, I'm sorry. I know I shouldn't have
