Lopez was praying silently that Hannah would follow her as she hurried to the kitchen, faking her tears. It was part of the plan. There was no way she could approach Hannah, whether in a friendly manner or through confrontation, and expect her to be receptive. She was naturally defensive.

Hannah had stayed out of their business until they received the message about the dinner. They needed to know what had been going on in the West Mansion, with Lucas coming in and out as if he owned the place. Hannah ran the mansion. She knew every event, person, and word that came in and out of that place.

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