Chapter XV

Sophia stared in horror at the bloody scene before her, while I sat off to the side, composed and leisurely sipping my Earl Grey.

The police arrived quickly and hauled Richard away.

Sophia asked me, dazed, "Mom, is this the show you wanted me to see?"

I set down my teacup, my expression grave as I imparted a lesson:

"Sophia, today I am teaching you that when dealing with enemies, you must never sh