The Perfect Scapegoat

Clara caught on to what Vanessa was hinting at in her words. So, Clara responded, "Ms. Rowell, I guess your mouth has healed since you've resumed your habit of slandering."

Vanessa cried, "I didn't! Declan, look at her. She is threatening me!"

Vanessa tried to take the opportunity to approach Declan, but Declan dodged her.

Clara looked at Vanessa disdainfully and continued, "Well. According to the