Chapter 145. Out of Control

Lexcis Aeden

Chantel takes Meridia's sword and carries out her earlier plan.

I wish I could say that Chantel's face displayed regret, mercy, or understanding, but it showed none of those emotions.

Nor did I have any such expressions on my face.

"I won't forgive you if you hurt someone I care about. You'll feel the anger," Chantel declares.

I rise and leave Meridia on the ground.

"You'll pay for this," she sobs. "My boys! How did you do that?"

"You ordered your men to torture me, thinking I was pregnant. Try not to look guilty. And don't be surprised if I end up worse than you."

"Actually," Chantel interjects, "I'd never hurt a pregnant woman. I believe in right and wrong."

"Fuck you!" I shake my head when Meridia attempts to get up.

"Mer, please sit down again. You have two minutes to say goodbye," I echo Chant