Chapter 21 - Mom
Kari's mom disarmed all of her defenses and turned off the flood lights. As the tension started to fade, she made her way to Kari and Stu. "I'm sorry, honey. I've had visits from Demetrius's men. They had a lot of questions I wasn't willing to answer. I wanted to convince them I was a crazy old lady. I hoped it would keep them from finding out about you. I must've been too late if you're sneaking in here in the middle of the night. I'm sure he has plans to make you a trophy of some sort. Well, let's not stand out here and catch cold. We have enough problems. Sorry I threatened you, pretty boy. Nothing personal." "No big deal, ma'am. I've dealt with worse, but I certainly took you more seriously than most." "I like him, Kari. Respectful. Are you two?..." "Mom! Please! Can we talk inside
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