Chapter 201

“Vera told them the brooch she gave me was a fake. But back at home, she kept pushing me to wear that Van Cleef & Arpels one… If I hadn’t given that to Emma, I’d probably be wearing it right now at Mrs. Kane’s birthday party…” She didn’t finish the last bit, letting her words hang in the air, just enough to trigger everyone’s imagination. “Huh… Miss Vera really knows how to play games,” Vanessa’s mom let out a cold laugh, “My daughter had no beef with Cassandra. You were the one who had it out for her, and you dragged others into your mess.” “Still pretending to be the victim now? So fake,” Scarlett scoffed. “We’ve had your back this whole time, and now you stab us instead?” Rebecca shot Vera a sharp glare, clearly pissed. Mrs. Evelyn looked a bit embarrassed but tried to smooth things over. “It’s true that Vera stirred things up, but you three still hit her. That’s assault, and there could be consequences.” “If you want to go legal, we’re not scared,” Vanessa’s dad stepped in, sharp a