When There Is Nothing Left But Love (Ashton And Scarlett)

“John, don’t be such a drama queen. I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve gone out, yet I still got into trouble. If it’s meant to be, it’s meant to be. I can’t keep hiding forever or be a burden to our family. I’m sure they’ve excluded kidnapping from their future agenda after my last incident. I need to do my part too. I can’t just stay at home alone and come up with imaginary scenarios in my head.”

I knew I came across as harsh, but I wasn’t mad at them. I only wanted to motivate myself.

“I’ve given it some thought. Since Tinsel Group is so chummy with the Zieglers and the Trivetts, I have to keep my job there.” I used my most serious tone as I conveyed my intentions.

Dragging me into their dirty deals might not be as easy as Tinsel Group thought. I was determined to make them feel like they had lured a wolf into a rabbit’s den at the end of it.

“I’m glad that you want to help us. At the same time, I don’t want you to enter the lion’s den,” John cautioned.

“John’s right. Since they know who you are, they’ll have their guards up. Besides, you’re unhappy there, so why don’t you transfer to another law firm? You can still become an impressive lawyer then,” Louis added.

I opened my mouth in retort, but before I could say anything, I let out a few deep, hacking coughs. My throat and eyes itched painfully.

uncontrollable. When John realized that something was wrong, a salty, metallic taste had made its way up my throat. I

“Letty!”

wasn’t fatal? Why did you lie to us?

harm him, you’re going to drag Uncle Louis with

to, I heard John and Emma arguing loudly. I slowly opened my eyes to Ashton’s face. He was peering at me,

“What happened?” I croaked.

to reach my side. I was

it so noisy?” I began to regain some of my strength.

regained my composure, I took in the scene before me.

gaze. They seemed to agree on keeping me in the dark regarding the severity of my situation. I didn’t have to be an idiot to tell

room first? I’d like to spend some time with Ashton

such, John shooed everyone out of the room in a second. Now, Ashton