Chapter 139

• Getting the hell out of old Halest Villa without being seen or interrupted by anyone was a task on its own. She knew if she asked for permission, they wouldn’t let her. They had too much faith in her to cause more trouble than actually helping solve one. But right now, Claire didn’t know how to give single fuck to they assumed her of being capable or not. Vincent would probably chide her for not using the opportunity to make his family hate her any lesser, but quite obviously, she had much more on her mind than making impressions.
• The second the cab pulled up in the driveway, she paid the driver and hopped out of the car.
• The relief that coursed through her seeing Lucas already at the door was inexplicable.