My Secret, My Bully, My Mates

Chapter 71

I blasted through my workout, not going too heavy since I was on my own, but I took all of my muscles to complete failure. I have to start pushing myself now. I need to be better, stronger. I have a year to get ready.

I got home around 6:30 and went straight to the kitchen to fuel back up. I didn't have more than my protein shake before my workout, which was a mistake. I am starving and my grumbling stomach is agreeing with me. If I don't eat, I'm going to be sore in the morning.

"Where have you been? We eat dinner at six.” A growl comes from the table making me jump and turn around gripping the edge of the counter.

"Oh, sh*t!" I really wish people would stop that.

never eat in here. Mateo is looking at me, but his face is blank, like he’s trying to hide

allowed to eat with them unless we had company. And as far as

us from now on, 6pm every night, family dinner, that is an order.” He's talking to his plate now. He can't even look at me when he’s giving me directions. My blood starts

dad to want me, but not by force. I can see in his eyes he’s only doing this for Mateo's sake, not for me. To appease my brother, not because he suddenly feels affection for me. I

sit with you before and I don't believe that you actually want me around now. So, no offense, sir, but I must decline your invitation. I will continue my regular schedule.” I turn and walk out of the kitchen, my appetite long

It is taking all I have to not turn around and rip him

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