Seeds of Doubt

Valerie didn't make any move to get up, didn't even look Aria's way.

Preston could instantly see that she had no interest in joining their game.

"Valerie, now that you've met Mr. Caldwell, you don't want to hang out with us old friends anymore?" Aria called out again, her voice sweet but her words laced with malice.

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