Waiting for Her Downfall

Halfway through Nadine's words, Cecelia forcibly shook her off. The former was caught off balance and nearly stumbled down the stairs.

Trevor rushed to help Nadine and glared at Cecelia. He snapped, "My mom apologized! What more do you want!"

Standing on the stairs, Cecelia looked down at the pair of heartless schemers, and her eyes glinted with disdain. "Actions have consequences. This jacket I'm