Chapter 1981

Kingsley sighed and patted Lincoln on the shoulder. "See that? That's what happens when you piss women off. You better watch out next time." Lincoln dodged Kingsley's hand and stepped aside to put some distance between them. "Kingsley, today's the tenth day. As per our agreement, if you can't help me defeat Mr. James by midnight, the deal is off." Kingsley sucked in a breath. "Has it already been ten days? Are you sure you got the date right?" Abigail sneered. "Don't pin your hopes on him, Linc. As if he can train you enough for any real progress." "What will you do if I do?" Kingsley retorted. "Well, it'll prove that you actually know your stuff. But what's that got to do with me?" Abigail shot back, her mind sharp enough not to fall for his trick. "Aww, you aren't scared of losing, are you?" Kingsley teased, sliding his hands into his pockets. "Scared? You wish!" Abigail fired back, her temper getting the best of her. "Fine. If Lincoln beats James, I'll be at your beck and