A Final Favor

Coralie fell silent for a moment.

She was well aware of Beatrice's medical condition. The fact that she had managed to hold on for three years was a testament to the remarkable success of Victor's angioplasty.

“Have you told Coraline about this?” Coralie asked. “What if she starts causing trouble in front of Grandma Beatrice again?”

“My grandma wasn't really fond of her.”

Coralie was surprised. “G