Chapter 23 A Friendship Turned Deadly

• As agreed between the three women, Clara invited Darien's Mom over, ready to carry out her plan.
• "I apologize, Lucinda. I had to leave the house quickly to take care of something that came up. Perhaps I should reserve a hotel room so we can meet there.
• “As I previously stated, we are having an important conversation, and I would prefer that no one hear about it. So, I believe that discussing it in a hotel room would be safer. What is your opinion?” Clara's voice echoed from the phone.