Iris realized she hadn’t laughed over a small mistake in months.

PART 15

In November, Celia phoned with an update: authorities were reviewing the disputed card transactions alongside information about Priscilla’s company.

The process might lead to charges, administrative penalties, civil disputes, or nothing at all in certain parts.

Celia refused to make promises about results, and Iris was grateful for the honesty.

The more immediate issue was her divorce filing.

The paperwork had been served, and Garrett had responded through counsel.