Chapter 8: NeilSometimes betrayals are for your own good. And sometimes, they are to protect others. The understanding that comes later does not lessen the pain now.
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Scarlett's eyes filled with moisture. She clenched her fists in rage and glared at her brother in disbelief. “What the hell does that mean?”
Cash c****d his head to the side. “Scar, c'mon. You gotta understand. If someone's after you…”
Hot tears streamed down her face. “Oh, I see… If the going gets tough?”
“C'mon. You know it's not like that.”
Bitter words formed on her tongue, only fueling her anger. “Guess I'm not quite family enough to stick up for, huh?”
Something in Cash snapped. His eyes shifted from pleading to angry, and when he spoke, his voice boomed. “HEY! You listen to me. I am sticking up for you. Pro
