Nicole had prepared for this.
Vicki was the focal point.
She knew very well that her marriage to Jarrod was a provocation for Vicki.
Nicole wasnât fearful of Vickiâs retribution.
She was more concerned that Vicki might not react at all.
If Vicki slipped up enough, she would ultimately face the consequences.
At that point, the Hampton family would surely disown Vicki, exposing all her prior misdeeds.
Nicole was resolute in seeking justice for Austin and Kamilah.
It was crucial to incite Vicki into making a move.
Leaning in, Nicole whispered provocatively to Vicki, âGuess how many rounds Jarrod and I had made out last night?â
Vickiâs face flushed with anger.
Her fury nearly drove her to violence.
âNicole, have you no dignity? How disgusting can you be?â
Nicole endured her insults calmly, retorting, âWeâre newlyweds, Vicki.
What we do is within our rights, and he adores me.
Why shouldnât we enjoy ourselves?â
Continuing her taunt, Nicole added, âAnd just so you know, he really enjoys it.
Heâs quite skilled.
I had a wonderful time.
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âYou must have lured him in! Why else would he choose you? Heâs not into all that lovey-dovey stuff!â Vicki retorted hysterically.
Catching Vickiâs jealous, contorted expression, Nicole feigned astonishment.
âMiss Hampton, youâve been with Jarrod for years.
Heâs neverâ¦â
Nicole feigned shock.
âHas he really never been intimate with you?â
Vickiâs face turned ashen as she realized she had inadvertently revealed too much in the heat of the argument.
She had tried every possible way to grow closer to Jarrod, but each attempt left her feeling colder, for he remained aloof and distant.
Any effort to deepen their relationship was met with immediate withdrawal.
Caught off guard by Nicoleâs sharp words, Vicki couldnât confess that Jarrod had never shown any genuine affection toward her.
She responded with a hollow laugh, âJarrod respects me.
Heâs waiting for marriage, unlike you.
Youâre just someone anyone can have, a mere toy to him.
Why do you act so proud?â
âIs that so?â Nicole countered calmly.
âIf he respects you so much, why arenât you married yet?â
âs BunnyBookery Her remark cut deep, making Vicki feel as though she had been slapped repeatedly, her self-respect in tatters.
With bitterness lacing her tone, Vicki snapped, âThatâs because you shamelessly ensnared Jarrod! But do you actually think heâs yours? He doesnât love you.
He only puts up with you because of the child you share.
Thatâs your angle, isnât it? Using your kid to trap him.
Youâre despicable!â
Nicole stepped forward, causing Vicki to step back instinctively.
Vicki threatened, saying, âWhat are you doing? Weâre at a police station.
Lay a finger on me, and Iâll have you arrested!â
The memory of Nicoleâs slap the day before still haunted Vicki.
Though Nicole was slight, her strength was formidable.
That strike had left Vickiâs lip split, a reminder that lingered painfully for days.
âGo on and hit me.
Iâd love to see you arrested!â Vicki taunted, confident that Nicole lacked the guts.
Nicole moved closer, prompting Vicki to flinch back once more.
Just as Vicki braced herself for an attack, Nicole deftly stepped on Vickiâs foot with her stiletto heel.