She quickly scanned her surroundings, landing on the dress on the table, marred by several scissor cuts. Understanding dawned instantly.
Taking two steps at a time, she reached the table. Barely pausing, Annie sidled up to her and murmured, "You're finally here! This has to be Kate's doing!"
Her voice was low, but the tension suggested a prior, louder confrontation with Monica.
Sensing Annie's gaze, Kate immediately retorted, "Don't slander me! I dislike Orelia, yes, but I wouldn't risk being expelled from the troupe for something like this."
Her tone was firm, but her recent run-in with Orelia made her words unconvincing.
"Duh."
Annie placed her hands on her hips and sneered, "You have the strongest motive. You're jealous that Orelia got on the show while you didn't even get to
