Chapter 100

Chris spoke in a domineering tone, as if he were ready to tear into me, but I wasn't afraid. I had something to say to him too. I let go of Brandon, but he immediately took hold of my hand. Our eyes met, and I recognized the look in his eyes. It was the same protective look he had when Hammy schemed against me back in Amaty, causing me to fall. But I didn't need it now. I withdrew my hand and told him, "Mr. Gildon can't hurt me." Brandon finally let me go, and I followed Chris, who was visibly agitated. Gordon hurried to keep up, but Chris snapped at him after a few steps, "This doesn't concern you." Gordon froze in fear, casting me a cautious glance. Chris kept walking. I didn't know where he was headed, so I called out, " Mr. Gildon, if you have something to say, you can tell me now." He didn't stop, but I did. I said to his back, "Mr. Gildon, say whatever you need to say here. I have work to do, and you're already wasting my time." Chris stopped and turned to glare at me