"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."

hearing Dorothy say 'don't tell Everett.' It was like he

problem. But

to imagine what Mr. Lopez would do if anything happened

think Mr. Lopez should know about this. He'd definitely want to help Kenneth, rival

his actions, he

exactly why I don't

Everett

claims

still help, for the sake of the old times, when Kenneth had been there

en

this. It's like I

"Alright."

the road long when Dorothy's phone

It was Everett.

his soothing voice, "What are you up to? You

check my phone," Dorothy tried to keep her voice as

asked him

brief pause. "He

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