A Public Rebuke

Upon seeing them approach, Denise wasn't as tactless as one might expect. Facing the Vances, she put on airs, appearing somewhat frail. She slowly rose to her feet, greeting everyone in turn. One could say that her behavior was impeccable.

In the end, she said, “Lately, Brooke has been causing everyone some trouble. My daughter's peculiar personality has led to many misunderstandings. I promise to