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“I would be protecting her from the likes of you,” she spat.
“Why do you hate me, Kate? The others like me.”
“Only because you have them fooled with your good looks and your charm. But not me, Kind. I’m not fooled by you.”
“What are you so afraid of?” I asked.
“I’m not afraid of anything. That’s one of the perks of being me.”
“Bullshit. Everyone is scared of something.” I raised my voice as I pointed at her.
“What could I possibly be afraid of? I am the fear. I was there. The one who took the abuse when Ava went away. I took that for her, to protect her. She was such a fragile child and couldn’t handle that woman when she went crazy. So, fuck you for saying that I’m afraid.”
As I stood and stared at her, suddenly, it hit me.
“You know, don’t you?” I asked.
“Know what?”
“That Dawn is up for parole next month. You’re afraid she’s going to get out.”
“That bitch isn’t getting out. I’ll see to that. How do you know about that?”
“I had Simon look into Ava’s past.”
“Why would you do that?” she calmly asked.
“Because I care about Ava a lot, and since none of you will tell me what happened to all of you, I had no choice but to go to him. All I want is to know the truth and understand. I spoke with John Lafferty today. He told me about the night he found you locked in that cage. He also told me that Freya paid him a visit three years ago and thanked him.”
“You just won’t stop, will you?” she asked.
“I can’t, and I won’t. Like I said, I care a great deal about Ava and want to help her. She brings out a side of me I never knew I had.”
“You want to send us all away. I’m not stupid.”
“No, Kate, I don’t. Ava needs all of you, especially you. I know if she were ever in a bad situation, you’d protect her if I wasn’t around.”
“Damn right, I would.”
“What more could I ask for?” I gave her a small smile.
She stood there and stared at me for a moment. Our eyes never breaking contact.
“Maybe you’re not such a bad guy after all, Dr. Kind.”
“Thanks, but please call me Grayson.”
“I can do that.” A smile framed her lips.
“I think it’s time that you brought Ava back. I need to speak to her.”
“Fine. Goodbye for now, Grayson.” She closed her eyes and lowered her head.
“Grayson? What happened?” Ava looked down at her clothing. “Kate.” Her jaw clenched.
“Yeah, Kate.” I smiled as I wrapped my arms around her.
“What are you doing here?” she asked.
