CHAPTER 70

JAMES

Damon and James stood tall, facing each other, their body language somehow showcasing their strength. This felt like a showdown.

"You found your way, you can find your way out," Damon growled.

"I'm not leaving until I talk to my girlfriend." Carly then appeared at my side, looking scared out of her mind. I felt her hand grab mine. She was freezing. I stepped slightly in front of her.

"She doesn't want to talk to you," I said, "so leave." He looked over at Carly, eyes softening. He was a really good actor.

"Please, I just want to talk." Carly knew he wasn't going to go away. And if by some miracle he did, he would come back with a vengeance. She let go of my hand and walked up to James.

"We can talk right here," She said bravely. He leaned in slightly.

"Come on. Just come out with me," He pleaded, so only she could hear his words clearly. "If you don't, I will get my hands on that pretty little friend of yours and I don't mean in a good way." I stared, trying to make