Alexandra was euphoric, hysterical, itching to hit someone—or something. In front of Lucy, she had pulled out all that fierce strength that defined her, but once Lucy was gone, she couldn't stop the tears from welling up. "I'm such an idiot! I saw the signs, I swear I did! I just didn't want to admit it! I knew it would hurt too much if Lucy betrayed me!" she cried angrily, but Scott sat down in front of her and wiped away her tears. "I'm sorry, love. I really didn't want something like this to happen to you. But in any case, the truth is always better, right?" "I just feel so stupid for… for feeling bad!" she growled. "Like I'm weak or something." "No, of course not. People can say anything they want about Alexandra Kingsley, but no one can say she's a weak woman," Scott replied. "What I can tell you is that she's a survivor—a strong, brave woman… and human, with a huge heart. And no good heart escapes being wounded." Alexandra looked at him with love, because he didn't even
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