Chapter 177

"You really think pinning this on someone else is gonna save your ass? I already know where she is. If I tell her what you paid, I can just double it. Plus, you're already in deep—think she won't spill everything for a better deal?" Maria smirked, eyes cold and confident like she had it all figured out. "Come on, Rachel. Spill it yourself and maybe things won’t go too bad. You really think it's the same if it comes outta her mouth instead of yours? Think it over." Rachel Collins tried to hang on to her pride, but seeing Maria so calm and in control completely threw her off. She cracked. Ended up fessing up to starting the rumors. Maria looked satisfied, like she just won a game she knew she’d never lose. After Rachel finished confessing, Maria shot her a smile. “Appreciate it. Didn’t think you’d fold that fast, guess I overestimated you.” Rachel blinked. “Wait, what do you mean?” Maria stood a little straighter, a hint of amusement in her voice. “I'm about done wrapping up this project