Venomous Tears

Lila's hand flew to her cheek, eyes widening in disbelief as she stared at Clara. The fiery sting across her face confirmed it wasn't a dream - this little tramp had slapped her! Since returning home a month ago, Lila had kept Clara under her thumb. Now, suddenly, she dared to fight back. Shock turned to fury. "You hit me?" she spat.

Clara, her fingers tingling from the slap, glared coldly. "Playi