The door shut and the suite fell silent again. Tension crept into the air.
Kalebs deep blue eyes were piercing, resting intently on Lance.
Meeting Kalebs gaze calmly, Lance asked, Whats up?
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Why treat your sister like that? Kaleb questioned, his voice sharp but lacking disdain. If Lance had no other choice, then so be it, but Keilani clearly didnt have to be detained.
She broke the law. A months detention is lenient, Lance replied evenly.
Kaleb snorted, a hint of mockery in his tone.
I didnt know you were so righteous.
I just didnt want to bother my uncle, Lance shot back.
So, its not about your uncle, but because the victim was Bettie, right? Kaleb smirked knowingly.
I heard you splurged a fortune on a villa for her. Whats that saying? A generous gesture?
Keilani messed up, and as her brother, I have to fix it. Thats how its always been, Lance defended.
Real noble talk. Kaleb scoffed.
She probably doesnt even know who you really are.
Lances fists tightened at this remark.
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Kaleb pressed on, Its one thing to spoil women, but hiding your identity and tricking someone into marriage? Thats a disgrace to the Wilsons.
In the face of Kalebs rude comments, Lance stood tall without flinching.
If you brought me here just to diss me, Im out of here.
Release your sister, and Ill send her back to Philade pronto,
Kaleb said firmly.
Lance paused and then turned to him.
Sorry, I cant do that. The cops let her off easy because of my uncle. If you want her out now, talk to him.
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Under Kalebs angry stare, Lance left the room.
Lance hopped into his car but held off starting the engine. Instead, he rang Bettie, telling her to watch her back these days, never go solo outside, and always have backup.