Margot POV
When I got home, the television was running a news report about the death of Vanderbilt Dominion's founder.
Ellen pointed at the screen. “No wonder your business trip ended so quickly. Sweetheart, you’ve been flying back and forth like this. Has the jet lag been awful? You must be exhausted.”
“I’m okay. I slept on the plane.”
I helped her settle into her chair. “Ellen, do you want an apple? I can peel one for you.”
"No, no. I ate plenty this afternoon. I remain full."
Once Simone disappeared into the other room to tidy up, I lowered my voice.
“How have things been these past few days? Has she been taking good care of you?”
Ellen smiled. “She has. Don’t worry.”
She looked a little healthier than when I’d left, with more color in her face and a bit more weight on her.
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