Treachery Prequel

Another soft laugh.

“It’s not your pride I want.”

Letting go of my hip, Ta

“That’s my address. I’ll see you at seven sharp. As for today, I’ll postpone the inevitable.”

He left the bathroom as quietly as he’d entered, the crush of silence suffocating me until the door opened again and Marjorie poked her head inside.

“Time’s up, Luca. We need to get in there to see what other nasty tricks Ta

Slipping fully inside, she made her way to lean against the counter. I placed my hand over Ta

“I spoke with my assistant and she swears we never sent a notice of cancellation of our motion, which means that son of bitch your husband hired is not only playing games against you, but me as well.”

She brushed a hand through her platinum hair.

“I won’t let Ta

While I had no doubt Marjorie believed she stood a chance against Ta

He had years of experience manipulating the world around him to get what he wanted. There wasn’t anything low or slimy enough he wouldn’t do. He was a master at wrenching control and a maestro of always having the upper hand.

“Let’s go.”

Defeated, I led Marjorie from the bathroom back into the courtroom, both of us taking our seats as court was called into session. Ta

“Your Honor, I’ve conferred with my office, and in light of the scheduling change today, as well as opposing counsel’s claim of lack of adequate notice of my client’s motion, I’ll ask at this time that we reschedule the matter for a later date.”

The only satisfaction I gained from Ta

Glaring up at Ta

It wasn’t much, but that little bit of a stab back at him had to be enough for me at the moment. Wi

There was no doubt in my mind I’d be meeting Ta

“Do you have any objection to continuing this matter, Counselor Stoneman?”

Marjorie gri

“I have no objection, Your Honor. Although I will admit I’m surprised Mr. Caine is extending the professional courtesy.”

“I’m nothing if not professional.”

Ta

“Very well, this matter is adjourned for now. Counselors, the next time you’re in my courtroom, be sure to have all your I’s dotted and T’s crossed. I do not appreciate having my time wasted.”

With that, the judge left the courtroom. We rose as he walked out, and I dared one more peek in Ta

Marjorie stole my attention when she touched my arm. Voice low, she made a promise she couldn’t keep.

“I’ll get to the bottom of this tonight, and by tomorrow, you’ll have nothing to worry about when it comes to getting what you deserve.”

From over her shoulder, I watched Ta

There was no question that I’d get what I deserved from Clayton. The only question was whether I would do it bent over Ta