Victoria's publicist had released a follow-up statement. I almost didn't read it.
Mrs. Brooks would like to clarify that her comments about Ms. Carter came from a place of concern and love. She hopes for reconciliation and healing for all parties involved.
Reconciliation. Like this was some family squabble. Like Layla hadn't destroyed my marriage and Victoria hadn't just tried to destroy my reputation on national television.
I deleted the notification.
But I couldn't delete the damage. It was already out there, spreading, mutating, becoming its own truth in the court of public opinion.
And somewhere, Victoria was probably smiling.
Certain she'd won this round.
The pen felt heavy in my hand, heavier than it should have been for something made of plastic and ink.
Marcus slid the pape
