Chapter 39 The Betrayal Unfolds

• With a perilous combination of rage and resolve, Lyla stepped forward, the air heavy with tension. Olivia and Esker glanced at one other quickly, realizing that the fight was far from done.
• This isn't the time, Lyla, Esker remarked, trying to maintain composure in his voice. We recently engaged in combat. Regrouping is what we need."
• Lyla laughed an acerbic, scathing laugh. Get together again? You believe you can simply drop this?" Stepping closer yet, she looked straight at Olivia. You robbed me of everything.