Ivory
Seeing the confusion on Brian's face was deeply satisfying. His genuine surprise reassured me that he was not involved in the treachery I was investigating. I glanced at Maya, who still seemed somewhat mesmerised by Brian. If I were single, he might have had that effect on me, too. Brian was blessed with all the Preston good genes—tall, handsome, with an air of effortless charm. Diane, while not unattractive, always seemed too serious and angry for her own good. Some men might find that appealing, but I hoped she would learn to relax a bit.
"I'll be straight with you, Brian. You and your sister have been incredibly kind to me. You believed me and helped when no one else would. You risked having issues with Cole, for my sake, which says a lot. But I still need your help with this in
