"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."

up. "I might be fine, but Kenneth's gotten himself into hot water! He tried to swipe an antidote and got caught by

and let's keep this from

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

everything went well, no problem. But if something

to imagine what Mr. Lopez

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

decisive in his actions,

but that's exactly why I don't want

Everett

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

Kevin hesitate, Dorothy firmly said, "Just pretend you don't know anything about this. It's like I never told you. Just get me there quickly before it's

"Alright."

been on the road

It was Everett.

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

check my phone," Dorothy tried to keep her voice as casual as possible, knowing Everett could easily spot any inconsistency. "Did Lane

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