CHAPTER SEVENTY NINE – THE ENTITLED EX

Charlotte glanced up from her cup of coffee, furrowing her brows. She wasn't expecting anyone this early. Setting down her mug, she made her way to the door of the luxurious penthouse apartment. She opened it to find a tall, striking woman with platinum blonde hair and a designer suitcase at her feet. The woman's eyes widened as she took in Charlotte's appearance. "You must be the new maid," the woman said, brushing past Charlotte without an invitation. "About time they hired someone presentable." Charlotte's jaw dropped as the audacious woman strode into the living room, looking around critically. "Excuse me? I'm not the--" "This place is a mess!" the woman interrupted, waving a perfectly manicured hand. "I want it spotless by noon. And fetch me something to drink, would you? I'm absolutely parched after my flight." Gathering her wits, Charlotte planted her hands on her hips. "I don't know who you think you are, but--" "Vanessa! What are you doing here?" They both turned to see