"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."

tell Everett.' It was like he was working behind

no problem. But if

couldn't even begin to imagine what Mr. Lopez would do if anything happened to

think Mr. Lopez should know about this. He'd definitely want to help Kenneth, rival or not." Kevin was

though Mr. Lopez was decisive in his

but that's exactly why I

knew Everett

claims of

in trouble, Everett would still help, for the sake of the old times, when Kenneth

en

about this. It's like I never told you. Just

"Alright."

hadn't been on the road long when

It was Everett.

"What are you

with the play, didn't check my phone," Dorothy tried to keep her voice as casual as possible, knowing Everett could easily spot any inconsistency. "Did Lane

him for

a brief pause.

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