Chapter 1011

Bethany held onto Marlon's hand, her grip firm. "You don't have to go back in there if you don't want to, Marlon. I'll take you to your mom." Marlon's eyes sparkled at her words. Derek moved closer, and when he saw Bethany standing with Marlon, he rushed over to them. "Marlon!" Derek tugged Marlon toward him. "What do you think you're doing? Back to class, now!" "Goodbye, miss!" Marlon choked out, his fear unmistakable as he sprinted away. "Marlon!" Bethany shouted, running after him, but Derek stepped in her way. She clenched her jaw and shot him a venomous look. "Move! I'm taking him with me!" Derek sneered. "Are you serious, Beth? Do you think you can just take him? Who are you to him? What, you think I won't report you for kidnapping?" "Not at all! You might as well call the police now!" Bethany took another step forward, her voice dropping dangerously. "I know all about the vile things you and Robert have been doing. Aren't you afraid of going to hell for it?" Derek's expr