Chapter 298

Melody had clearly thrown down the gauntlet, and her instincts kicked in as she reached for the passenger’s door, intent on claiming her rightful spot.

Dexter seemed utterly oblivious.

But as I stood there, refusing to get in, he stepped out and cajoled in a hushed tone, “Phoebe…”

Isn’t riding shotgun á privilege reserved for your girlfriend? What the heck is she?” I asked, my voice tinged with hurt.

Dexter winced, then offered an explanation. “She gets carsick.”

I made a retching gesture. “Well, I’m pregnant and even more carsick.”

Dexter glanced at Melody. “Sorry, shotgun’s for Phoebe today. She’s not feeling well.”

grip tightened, and she reluctantly got out of

but smirk, wondering how long she could

I stayed put in the car until he came around to

stepped out and looked around, taking in

quiet. “Dexter, I remember you used to

in that attic, left me to

paused, then dropped his gaze, guilt–ridden. “Phoebe… I’m

cut

pay her debts too? That’s only fair,” I pressed firmly. “Just looking at her makes stay there. She’s the one clinging to you, begging for your protection.”

Dexter hesitated.

dare push it!”

quite nice; let

Phoebe should pay Melody back when Melody doesn’t have to pay anything back to Phoebe?” I scoffed. “Dexter, your

grasped my shoulders. “Phoebe, I didn’t mean

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