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Chapter 10

Author: Moore
Will glared at him, his anger finally exploding.

“For the past two years, Fawnie has blocked out the past. In fact, she wishes she’d never met you,” he snapped. “You were involved with two women at the same time. You even locked her in a dark, damp basement and almost got her and the child killed. After everything you’ve done, how do you have the nerve to come looking for her?”

Leo’s face darkened instantly. Every word Will said stabbed him straight in the heart. The humiliation and frustration boiling inside finally exploded. With a furious roar, he swung his fist at Will. However, he had underestimated Will, who had grown up in bloodshed and violence. In just a few swift moves, Will beat Leo until he was barely conscious, curling up on the floor in agony.

Will had wanted to hit Leo for a long time. Now that Leo had delivered himself right to his doorstep, Will couldn’t stop. He only halted when I finally spoke.

“Will, that’s enough.”

Leo lifted his head, hope flickering in his e
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