The False Accusation

Sylvia jolted out of her daze and shook her head, her hands waving in the air. She forced a bright, eager smile to mask her previous shock. "Why would we be against that? It is an immense honor for the Vance family to have Marcella attend Pinnacle Academy. I was merely overwhelmed by your generous personal visit!"

Hearing this, Dexter cast a meaningful, respectful glance at Marcella. He silently