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Author: Ashley Wright
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ROSE'S POV

"What? It does not make sense. I did not sign it." I pace, rubbing my palms together.

"The document is legal, Rose." He finally turns off the headlights of his car and slams the door. "If we must act, we have to do it fast. And in doing that, we attack the credibility of the judge."

I clutch my head, shaking it hurriedly. "I do not understand anything you are saying." I step closer. "Who is we? Micah I—" I stop myself. I'm about to blame him for everything going in my life right now.

But partly, I mean he is responsible. If he did not give Mom my contact...

"I'm not the enemy Rose. I swear, I don't know how Mom got your contact."

"But it has to be from your phone. I mean who else in that house has my number?" I fold my arms and wait for him to come up with another lie.

Nothing.

"I think she used Elias." He finally says. "While we were in dad's study." He grunts. "You are missing the point Rose. I'm your big brother the one who has always had your back and who will always
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