Chapter 885

• "Lycan Algernon, please don't be hard on Michelle," Tabitha said, lowering her lashes to hide the sharp flicker of irony in her eyes. Her voice remained submissive. "I'm not offended, and I certainly don't want my presence causing any more friction. I'll see myself out."
• Derek didn't hesitate for a heartbeat. His tone was final. "I'll drive you home."
• The moment the door closed behind them, the room exploded with Michelle's hysterical sobbing. "Cyrus hit me... Even Derek dared to lay his hand on me! It's all because of that bitch! I want her gone! I want to rip her throat out!"