The Kiss of Death
For heavier items she couldn't carry, she hurled them onto the floor, smashing them while continuing her tirade.
I waited until she shattered an imported piece of dishware. Then, calmly, I walked into the kitchen and picked up a knife.
She froze, her bravado faltering as she stammered, "Ivy, you lunatic! What… What are you doing?"
I smiled at her and said in a low and steady voice, "You've already accused me of killing Chester. So, tell me, what do you think I'm about to do now?"
With the knife in one hand, I raised the other and slapped her across the face—twice. The sound was sharp and satisfying, quite a release for my pent-up anger.