Having been overlooked by Bennett the entire evening, Zaria was frustrated, but she held her temper in check.

When he finally addressed her, she shot a direct look at Claudia. "A strong marriage can't be easily shattered, but a weak one will crumble even without outside influence. Isn't that right?"

Claudia wasn't surprised when Zaria suddenly turned to her. Despite eating quietly, she remained focused on her purpose for being there.

When Zaria took the initiative to provoke her, Claudia felt a secret spark of excitement. "So, Miss Santiago, are you planning to become a home-wrecker?"

While her words might have been considered impolite, they were undeniably true.