CHAPTER FIFTY-SEVEN: RENEGADE WIFE

Simon’s POV

I spotted her lounging by the pool, basking in the afternoon sun. A cocktail sat on the table next to her, the ice melting slowly, mirroring her relaxed appearance. Her dark shades hid her eyes, but I knew she was aware of my presence.

“Olivia," I called, my voice barely masking my frustration. She did not move. Typical.

I approached her, my footsteps echoing. "Olivia, we need to talk." I dunked into the lounger next to hers.

Finally, she tilted her head slightly, acknowledging me with a raised eyebrow above the rim of her shades. "Yes, dear brother?" Her tone was light, almost mocking.

I leaned in, dipping my voice to a fierce whisper. "You were the one who did it, weren’t you? You placed Catherine’s underwear in my closet.” I demanded, my fists clenching at my sides.

Her lips curled into a lazy smile. "Because you were too weak to stick to our plan….as always," She sighed, as if it were the most obvious thing in the world. "So I helped you."

“Helped me?" I spat, incredul