Recognized

“You got what you wanted. Damon is now public enemy number one. He’s being attacked online from all sides, his name will be tarnished forever,” I start, waiting for a proud smile from her or something, but Lily just sighs and nods with a strained smile, as if she’s forcing herself to be happy about it, “Now I need you to help me fix what you broke. Are you paying for the girls’ legal fees?”

“Yes,” she replies, frowning, “Why?”

“I need access to that,” I say, but Lily frowns as if she doesn’t understand. Of course, “Your mom is handling it, I imagine? Well, I need to talk to her then.”

“Are you going to… threaten her or something?” she asks, raising a hand to bite her nails.

When I pay closer attention, I notice all her nails are messed up. They used to be long a few weeks ago. She’s anxious, worried, probably regretting what she did.

That’s good. I can use it.

“Of course not, Lily,” I say to reassure her, “I’m going to take charge of the girls’ legal team to make sure they l