Chapter 86 Beneath Pretty Things: Part Two

• My heart pounds so hard I’m sure everyone must hear it as I snatch my hand back, perhaps too quickly.
• “The water’s getting hot,” Sophia’s voice cuts through the moment as she rises from her chair, her perfectly polished toes gleaming. “Shall we move to the hot tub?”
• I’ve never been so grateful for Sophia’s existence as Christana and Nana stand to join her. But my relief is short-lived as Christana turns to us with a bright smile. “Coming?”