Ulterior Motives

“You're incredibly generous, Valerie,” Chloe said right away.

“You're definitely better than Sloane. I really wish you were my daughter-in-law,” Beatrice added, conveniently forgetting the three years Sloane had spent taking her to medical appointments and caring for her.

A hint of disappointment crossed Valerie's face. “I truly hoped that my future mother-in-law would be someone just like you. Bu