Chapter 64

There was Beatrice, the pillar of society.

Frederick, the infirm head of the house,

Audrey was the daughter with a mischievous streak that only came to the forefront when away from the stifling presence of her mother.

and Taylor. The man who had to be the best at everything

It was like observing a cleverly crafted game of manners in which everyone wore masks that hid anything resembling real emotion.

After a two-year absence from this table, it was as if Dianne had sat down with a brand-new pair of eyes.

During her marriage, she’d always felt intimidated in this house, terrified one of them would point a finger at her and expose her for being an impostor that no amount of expensive clothing or cosmetics could hide. Her fear had left her blind to what surrounded her.

The past two years had been a chance for her to find herself again and, no matter what happened in the future, she was determined never to lose herself again.

When did you see my sister? Taylor asked, as soon as he had dri