"Crane did something at the party to manipulate everyone. And he's been doing it to me for months. And ... I think other people have been inside my mind as well. Essex, probably, judging by the fact that even Rachel's been having trouble getting rid of all of it." She met Brooke's gaze evenly, a steely look on her face.

"I'm done with this, Brooke. I am finished with this Hellfire bullshit. I am finished with being manipulated and used to suit other people's evil agendas. I am finished with my father and I am done with the Hellfire Club."