Kassy’s povNothing matters right now than telling Derrick what I came here to tell him.I'm about to lie to him. I better do it fast and leave.My heart started beating fast in my chest. “The pregnancy is not yours,” I said, standing up abruptly. My heart hammered against my ribs like it wanted to break free, the words tasting bitter on my tongue even as I forced them out. Derrick reached for me, his fingers brushing my arm, but I pulled away sharply, standing taller as if distance could protect me from the pull he had on me. My legs felt unsteady“Kassy…”“It’s not yours. Just forget about me. Don’t contact me, for your own sake, Derrick.” This was not how I wanted this conversation to go. My voice cracked despite my effort to keep it steady, and panic clawed up my throat. I couldn’t stay here another second. “My husband is a mad man. He’s targeting you and your workplace. For your sake, avoid me.”“What are you talking about?” Derrick let out, his voice low and edged with co
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