C28 Everybody has secrets

Constance barged into the upscale bridal boutique, eyes narrowing as she found Lydia mid-fitting with a consultant pinning a sumptuous gown. "Leave us," she commanded imperiously without preamble.

The poor consultant didn't need to be told twice, quickly scurrying from the room like a frightened mouse. Lydia turned to face her future mother-in-law uncertainly