The Man Behind Everything
he shouted.
He pulled out his phone and pretended to dial.
Before he could finish, the roar of a powerful engine cut through the air. A white speedboat tore toward Crescent Bay and came to a smooth stop near the shore.
Gloria stepped off in a flowing beach dress, sunglasses on, surrounded by assistants and bodyguards.
The moment she appeared, every eye on the beach turned toward her.
The instant Ralph saw her, his face shifted into wounded misery, eyes shining with fake tears.
He jogged over dramatically and threw himself at her side.