Strings of Sin

1947 was an interesting year for Bea's arrival. Having died as an abused 19-year-old, she was a natural skeptic. Of course, skeptics can't always be clever. Expert dealmakers and new sinners often result in unfortunate and dreadful deals. This was the case with Bea. Even after so many years have gone by, she remains a marionette tied to strings only Valentino can maneuver. The deal she made a constant regret with no room to breathe. The silence sewn through her lips a despair all on its own. Only Val hears her voice. Only Val knows this is not how she arrived. Only Val.