The drive back to Carrington Manor was long and quiet. Alexis spent the whole time gazing out the window as they passed by the rolling countryside. When they finally pulled up to the grand house, they got out of the car and went their separate ways until later that evening. Mrs. Carrington had called for Alexis. When she reached the study and opened the door, she overheard the conversation inside. “This is why I don’t like Cody seeing her. She constantly criticizes how I’ve raised my children,” Mrs. Carrington said, clearly frustrated as she paced around her study. “Mom, no offense, but she has a point. She practically raised Cody, so we know he's safe with her,” Katherine replied calmly. Mrs. Carrington continued pacing until her eyes caught sight of Alexis standing in the doorway. “

