They Announced They Were Moving Into My Dream Beach House — I Prepared A Welcome They Never Expected

alarm. “What? No. Why would I—what are you talking about?”

My smile sharpened in the darkness. Because that meant she’d lied. And if Victoria was bold enough to lie this transparently, this wasn’t about a vacation or family togetherness. This was an attempted takeover.

“Nothing,” I said softly. “Go back to sleep. I’ll handle it.”

After hanging up, I walked continue reading …