A Screening

“So you’re admitting you lied to Ms. Zimmerman?” Cecilia asked.

Miranda turned her head slowly, casting Cecilia a glare filled with resentment.

Cecilia pretended not to notice.

Miranda said nothing. Her lack of denial spoke volumes.

By now, the surrounding society ladies pieced together what had happened.

“I’ve met Felix before. He’s always been a handful. Honestly, I was surprised when I first heard he got beaten up. Seemed out of character. Now it makes sense. He was just playing the victim.”