Chapter 298

Melody had clearly thrown down the gauntlet, and her instincts kicked in as she reached for the passenger’s door, intent on claiming her rightful spot.

Dexter seemed utterly oblivious.

But as I stood there, refusing to get in, he stepped out and cajoled in a hushed tone, “Phoebe…”

Isn’t riding shotgun á privilege reserved for your girlfriend? What the heck is she?” I asked, my voice tinged with hurt.

Dexter winced, then offered an explanation. “She gets carsick.”

I made a retching gesture. “Well, I’m pregnant and even more carsick.”

Dexter glanced at Melody. “Sorry, shotgun’s for Phoebe today. She’s not feeling well.”

grip tightened, and she reluctantly got out of the

couldn’t help but smirk, wondering how long she could hold

I stayed put in the car until he

looked around, taking in the

couldn’t keep quiet. “Dexter, I remember you used to let me

in that attic, left me to burn with fever… on the brink of

his gaze, guilt–ridden. “Phoebe… I’m sorry”

doesn’t cut

debts too? That’s only fair,” I pressed firmly. “Just looking at her

Dexter hesitated.

push it!” Melody snapped, losing her composure.

attic’s quite

What did you do to me? It’s all her fault. What makes you think that Phoebe should pay Melody back when Melody doesn’t have to pay anything back to Phoebe?” I

quickly grasped my shoulders. “Phoebe, I didn’t mean that. She can

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