"Sure," Kenneth nodded, a hint of agreement in his voice that seemed to satisfy Lane.

Today's couple of punches were just a small lesson for a bigger cause!

After all, with Everett gone, Lane always felt that no one could stand in his way.

...

After leaving the diner, Dorothy made a beeline for Kevin's truck.

As soon as she got in, Kevin quickly turned around to check if Mrs. Lopez had been hurt in any way.

He'd rather take a hit himself than see Dorothy in any kind of trouble.

"I'm fine, really. You don't have to worry. Lane didn't lay a finger on me."

"That's a relief! I was about to bust in there if you stayed any longer."

Dorothy's face remained tense, showing no sign of easing up. "I might be fine, but Kenneth's gotten himself into hot water! He tried to swipe an antidote and got caught by Lane!" "What now?"

"Take me to Karen's, and let's keep this from Everett for now."

It was like he

everything went well, no problem. But

imagine what Mr. Lopez

He'd definitely want to help Kenneth, rival or not." Kevin was sure

decisive in his actions, he was never

why I don't want Everett to

knew Everett

his claims of

in trouble, Everett would still help, for the sake of the

en

firmly said, "Just pretend you don't know anything about this. It's like I never told you.

"Alright."

hadn't been on the road long when Dorothy's phone

It was Everett.

you up to? You

was caught up with the play, didn't check my phone," Dorothy tried to keep her voice as casual as possible, knowing Everett could easily spot

I asked him

was a brief pause.

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