Her eyes reddened, tears welling up.
She looked pitiful.
Spencer Sullivan's face darkened, "Sienna is my daughter, and I won't let anyone slander her!"
That was his guarantee.
Mandy Carter's heart was filled with joy.
She nodded tearfully, hugging Spencer Sullivan, "Thank you, Spence. You're so kind."
Spencer Sullivan raised his hand hesitantly, then chose to push her away, "I'll have Xander Hugh take you home."
He reached for the room's extension.
Mandy stopped him, "There's no need. I drove here myself."
She wiped her tears, forcing a smile.
...
After Mandy left, Spencer Sullivan lit another cigarette. He thought about the hug he wanted to give Mandy, how easy and relaxed it felt when he hugged Yvonne Young.
One drag after another, cloaking himself in smoke.
Once the cigarette burned down to the filter, singeing his fingers, he tossed it into the ashtray and headed towards the door.
