Chapter 63

• Lisa sighed and leaned back in her chair, feeling her friend's pain. "I get it. I really do. But you can't let them walk all over you. Vanessa's turning this whole thing into a sympathy circus, and you're the one suffering."
• Sophie wiped at her eyes, trying to pull herself together. "I'll deal with it... eventually. I just... I just need some time to figure things out."
• Lisa nodded, not wanting to push her further. "Take all the time you need. But remember, I'm here for you. Whatever you decide, I've got your back."