Previously, she and Brenda had made a verbal agreement because both parties had something to gain.
But now, it seemed their relationship would sour because of this incident. Whether Kennedy had pushed her or not, Brenda would likely blame her for everything.
It seemed peaceful coexistence was no longer possible.
Most crucially, after this incident, Kennedy felt she must guard against Brenda.
She was far more different than Kennedy had ever imagined.
At first, Kennedy had assumed Brenda merely enjoyed playing the demure lady and feigning vulnerability—nothing unusual, since everyone wanted to present a favorable image to outsiders.
But if that fragile exterior concealed a malicious, scheming heart, that was a different matter entirely.
With this realization, Kennedy a
