Chapter 401 What Did He Threaten You With?

Mom probably never imagined I would actually kneel like that. The shock sent a wave of emotion through her, making her chest rise and fall as she struggled to keep her balance. Thankfully, Alice was there to steady her. "Aunt Deb, please, take it easy." She stared at me, speechless for what felt like an eternity. Finally, she managed to say, "Alright, Yvette. You've made your point." With that, she shoved me aside and, without a backward glance, let Alice lead her away. Watching them go, my throat burned with unshed tears and my head spun. For a few seconds, I could hardly breathe. I knew I had upset my mother badly, but I had no choice. Once Lucas took me away from Lake City, I would not be as lucky as I was five years ago to ever return. Maybe it is better this way. At least in my mother's eyes, I was doing this because I wanted to and because it made me happy. I took a deep breath, pulling my gaze away from the window and plopped back into my seat. Idris had been watching me t