HE SENT ME TO PRISON FOR A CRIME I DIDN’T COMMIT

to leave. You’re not supposed to be here.”

“I served my time,” I reply coolly. “But yours is just starting.”

Before he can answer, Claire appears, glowing in a pearl-white gown, until she sees me. Her smile collapses. I flash the smallest, coldest smile back.

“You two look great together,” I say. “Too bad it’s all about to burn.”

I walk away before they continue reading …