She shoots Mira a disapproving look, then exits the room.
Mira stands rooted on the spot, disbelieving what just happened.
The maids exchange confused glances, whispering softly among themselves.
Benita looks at me.
I grin.
“Well,” Alex Sr. says, breaking the tension, “at least we all got a good meal out of this.” He rises, grabs his walking stick, and exits with a small chuckle.
Jason sighs and approaches Mira. He takes her arm gently but firmly. She tries to protest, but one look from him silences her. As he leads her out, her eyes lock with mine and...
I smirk slowly and mouth the words.
'I got you good.'
~~~
The moment I step into my room and close the door behind me, I explode.
“Yes!” I whisper-shout, bouncing on my toes. I spin around, clutching my head in disbelief. I act
