Page 100 of Let Me Love You

“Hey, ladies,” Becky says as she strides toward us. The bags under her eyes are gone, and she has a fresh hairstyle. “I’m glad you could make it in today.”

“Thank you for working us into your schedule,” Lana says.

My lip trembles. I don’t think I can pretend to be okay. Maybe I can call it early and go back home. Cuddle time with Summer sounds perfect.

“It’s no problem. I’ve been wanting to apologize for how I acted that day at my parents’ restaurant. It was out of line.”

“We understand,” I force out, and it’s the truth. “I’ll never hold it against you.”

Becky sighs in relief. “Thank you so much. Now, please, come sit in my chair, and we will give you a full makeover.”

I swivel my head around, and the girls flash me a smile. “Full makeover?”

“Makeup and everything,” Lana says, handing me brand new makeup, as the three of them take seats.

“Why?” I doubt I can make it through this whole process. “I’m going back home. Who am I trying to impress?”

Abigail remains silent, which is strange for her, and Lana avoids my gaze.

When I turn to Harmony, she says, “You have a date later.”

My jaw drops. “You’ve got to be kidding me. You know I’m not ready for something like that.”

All three of them bristle. Abigail looks down at her painted nails while Harmony’s eyes dart to Lana. It’s almost as if they’re all scared of what my reaction will be. And considering none of them usually cares if they make me angry, something bad is up.

My best friend finally looks up at me and holds my glare. “You’re meeting with Victor.”

I burst out of my chair, and Becky startles, gasping as I almost bump into her. “I’m sorry, Becky. I think I’m going to go. I’ll still pay you for this appointment.”

Harmony is on her feet before I can move. “No. Sit back down. You deserve a day of pampering.”

I raise an eyebrow. “Then cancel my date, and this can be just for me.”

Becky disappears into another room, probably to give us privacy.

Harmony takes a deep breath, pulling my attention back to her. “The both of you made mistakes. Please, listen to me. Are you going to throw away everything you had with Victor because of your one bad experience?”

I glance toward where Becky disappeared before lowering my voice and saying, “You act as if Victor didn’t accuse me of telling his biggest secret. Or as if Paul wasn’t a monster.”

My sister takes a hesitant step forward as if I’m a baby animal she’s trying not to spook. “I agree that what Paul put you through was horrible, and I think you should see a therapist.” She puts a finger up when I open my mouth. “When I was so lost over mom, my therapist saved me. But, please, stop taking it out on Victor. Think about where he’s coming from.”

I grind my molars. He didn’t trust me enough to know I wouldn’t spread his secret.

Of course, I’ll admit Victor proved he isn’t some rich man who uses his money and power to get what he wants—despite the fact that he used his money to get me to marry him. But he wasn’t doing it because he wanted a power trip. He wanted to keep his spot as CEO … To give his father his last wish.

So, when I found out about his dad not being his true father, and then it came out to the public, I can see how—

Harmony pulls me in for a hug. “You don’t have to move back in with him, but at least hear him out.

I nod, tears filling my eyes, and sit back in the chair. It’s not like I agreed to take him back, but we can at least talk. We both need it. For closure purposes.

“Are you ready?” Becky asks as she walks back out. Her timing is too suspicious. She must’ve been listening. “Don’t worry. Your billionaire will swoop back in with some grand gesture, and you’ll live happily ever after.”

I quirk a brow. “Are you reading romance books?”

She shrugs. “I needed hope after what my husband did. Now, are you ready for your makeover?”

Nodding, I motion for her to continue. “Let’s see you work your magic.”