"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."

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

me to Karen's, and let's keep this from Everett for

say 'don't tell Everett.' It was like he was working behind Mr.

went well, no problem. But if something

to imagine what Mr. Lopez would do if

He'd definitely want to help Kenneth, rival or not." Kevin was sure of

was decisive in his actions,

why I don't want Everett

knew Everett too

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

hesitate, Dorothy firmly said, "Just pretend you don't know anything about this. It's like I

"Alright."

the road

It was Everett.

"What are you up to?

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

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