End of the Charade

"Listen up, Vanessa, and your entire family too." Declan's voice was still and unemotional. "This is the last time I'll answer a call from you. I won't ask for the money you tricked me into giving you, but you will need to suffer the consequences of your actions. The lawyer will get in touch with you soon. You can get into the details with him."

"Declan!" Vanessa cried out once more as her face tu