Chapter 157

Claire didn't even bother sugarcoating her response. She never thought Adrian's circle was shady in itself—what made it nasty were the people, not the whole scene. Why drag everyone in? If Nelson thought the whole industry was dirty, then why shove Serena into it in the first place? Was it because he figured he could protect her just fine? Thought he was such a big shot that Serena wouldn't have to play nice with anyone? Well, newsflash—he had no clue. That fiancée of his had already chosen to cross lines for the stuff she wanted. She had backup but still aimed for everything. Claire had seen some photos once, and just thinking about them made her stomach churn. Even looking at Nelson now left a bitter taste. But she knew not everyone was like Serena. At least Adrian's company wasn't that kind of place. And her cousin Alyssa? She's been through hell with the Grants, yet never let it drag down her morals. Even when the whole internet turned against her, she just bore it quietly, carryin