"How convenient for you to claim ignorance now," I said coldly. "After seventeen years of watching me suffer."
"I did what I had to do to survive," she whispered.
"So did I," I replied, standing up. "And now I'm doing what I need to do to ensure justice is served. Guards, take her back. I'll speak to Clyde now."
As Marla was led away, her head bowed in defeat, I took a moment to centre myself. Clyde would be the most difficult confrontation, the man who had been paid to protect me but had instead sold me to my parents' killers.
My mates entered briefly, checking on me before Clyde was brought in. Kane's hand lingered on my shoulder, his strength flowing through our bond.
"We're right outside," he reminded me. "Call if you need us."
I nodded, grateful for their support but determined
