"Parents, please, let's discuss this rationally. Getting angry won't help. We need to come to a decision that benefits the children." His voice dropped, turning conciliatory. "The damage is done, but the follow-up treatment and nutritional costs will be significant. That is not a small amount of money."
"Mr. Henson pledges that if you agree not to pursue criminal charges, he will cover all follow-up medical expenses. Furthermore, he is willing to compensate each student one million dollars."
The atmosphere shifted. The parents hesitated. Seeing his opening, the lawyer struck while the iron was hot, smoothing over their anger with silver-tongued promises.
A settlement agreement was signed right there in the station.
As they walked out of the precinct, the crisis resolved, Caroline's fear evaporated. Arrogance slid back into place like a second skin.
She shot me a provocative glare. "Katherine Fox, don't think Dominic loves you just because you married him. In this life, you will never compare to me!"
"He's all yours."
I didn't bother looking at her baffled expression. I simply turned and walked away.