I felt my small hands shaking uncontrollably against the fabric of my jeans, the fear trying to choke out my voice, but a sudden wave of pure anger hit my belly. I forced my mouth to open, refusing to let them see me break.
“I am absolutely not going anywhere, Raven,” I said out loud, surprising even my own mind with just how steady, solid, and incredibly brave my voice sounded in the open yard. “Stone chose me to be his old lady. He didn't choose you. He didn't choose anyone else.”
Stone’s mother let out a very cold, mocking laugh that sent a shiver down my spine. “Chose you? Don't be ridiculous, child. He is completely blinded by basic lust right now. It is a temporary phase that won't last another month. And when the novelty of your body finally ends, you will be left with nothing but
