Veronica's POV
Annick looked up at me, those big curious eyes sparkling with anticipation.
"Mommy, when are they coming?"
"Soon, sweetheart," I said, though doubt gnawed at my gut.
Rose could easily find some bullshit excuse to bail on our agreement.
Minutes dragged by. The crowd grew restless. Then commotion erupted at the entrance.
Every head whipped toward the disturbance—Rose had finally shown up.
She strutted in with that signature arrogant grace, her little posse trailing behind. Mindy was right there with her.
The media went crazy. Camera flashes exploded like lightning, capturing every second of this showdown.
Rose held her chin high, radiating confidence—making damn sure everyone knew she wasn't surrendering.
Our eyes locked.
Neither of us said a word, but the silent war between us crackled in the air.
She refused to admit defeat.
But I had zero intention of backing down either.
