Chapter Seventy

Rosa

After Shawn left, Lola stepped in holding a cup, and I sat upright on the edge of the bed. Watching her walk in, her normally vibrant hair losing its warmth ignited a feeling I couldn’t control.

She betrayed me. I trusted her as my friend, but all this while, she knew about my true nature, and just wanted me for my power.

I took her into my heart, and all she cared about was taking what belonged to me. I hated her.

She avoided my gaze as sye stepped towards me but I didn’t lower mine. The fight between Shawn and I earlier and seeing how demented he truly was sparked something within me.

I would not just bow down and cry when I’m being kicked. I’m going to fight back, but with a plan.

I do not want to be eaten for breakfast.

“Here’s the antidote Shawn asked me to give you.”

She handed me the glass, and our fingers touched slightly. I saw her tense.

“Thanks.” I let out, clipped.

She nodded, turned to leave, but I halted her in her steps, my hand gripping he