“…Because that’s exactly what should happen when someone decides to renovate a home without permission or proper permits,” Vanessa added, her voice steady and unyielding.
For a moment, there was only silence on the other end. Vanessa could almost hear Melissa’s brain trying to catch up with the reality that had unfolded. The casual arrogance that Vanessa had often endured from her family had reached its climax, and now, it was time for consequences.
“You called the police on us?” Melissa’s voice was a mixture of disbelief and burgeoning anger.
