However, it is short-lived.

Her voice quivers with rage as she takes a step forward. "You dare? Do you believe that's why I've become ‘audacious’?

Perhaps it's because I've realized that I don't have to tip-toe around you anymore."

Their comments hang like a stormcloud in the electric air between them.

Alan takes a step forward, his jaw clenched. "Cordelia, you're out of line. I'm not sure what's gotten into you, but this must end right now.”

She chuckles sharply, almost bitterly. "You have no idea what's gotten into me?

Well, if you must know, it's you. You made me doubt all I've worked for by pushing and pulling me...