CHAPTER 123: PUSHED TO THE WALL

Lauretta glanced at Carol, her expression neutral but her mind racing with conflicting emotions, she didn't need to take any of Carol's nuisance "Carol, I see you're still upset. I'm sorry for what happened, but it wasn't my intention for things to get to this point." Carol's eyes narrowed as she flared with anger. "Sorry? Is that all you have to say? You ruined my life, Lauretta! You have no idea what I've been through because of you!" Lauretta sighed softly, her tone calm but firm. "I understand you're angry, Carol, but let's not make a scene here. We can discuss this calmly another time." Carol scoffed, her voice dripping with bitterness. "Discuss? Like you care! You've always been selfish, only thinking about yourself!" Lauretta's patience was wearing thin, but she maintained her composure trying to avoid a scene. "Carol, please. Let's not do this here. We can talk later when you've calmed down." But Carol was beyond reasoning, her anger consuming her. "No, I won't calm down!