Chapter 2022

Mike walked out and ran into Hayden. The two headed to the dining room without a word.

"Your mom said she's fine, but her face is as pale as a ghost, so she must have lost quite a lot of blood," Mike whispered.

"I won't let that old twat live!" said Hayden through gritted teeth as his expression grew dark.

"We will need to plan it out carefully because he still has your father. We are in a passive position at the moment," Mike said. "Your dad is your mom's main concern right now. We will need to find out where Elliot is and find a way to get him out. Once he is out, we are free to do whatever we want with Dean Jennings."

In the bedroom, Avery wiped herself dry and changed into a set of loose pajamas, before stepping out of the bathroom.

Her phone started ringing, so she went to the nightstand to pick up her phone, only to realize that Dean was calling.

took a deep

gone mad!" Dean cursed while apologizing to her. "I’m so sorry, Miss Tate. Are you alright?

fine, Mr. Jennings. It's late, so just stay home and rest!" Avery sat down

you a visit tomorrow. Where do you stay? Will it be okay for you to share the address with me? I do feel awful about this. Sebastian is extremely upset about it, too. He wanted to call you, but I figured

after giving

Dean's shamelessness might have been

of her

her.

to her," she said as she walked closer to Hayden. Her face popped on the screen as she asked," Layla, don't you have school today?" "It’s the weekend today, Mommy!" Layla beamed at the sight of her mother, but her expression darkened shortly after." Mommy, let me tell you something. Ms. Kennedy's mom

slightly taken by

That way, she can earn extra," Layla suggested

my full support if you want to help her, but do not spend time with her alone. Take Uncle George with you no matter where you go, okay?" Avery

on edge and instantly

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