Maddy’s POV My legs start to shake. Hank’s hand around my neck tightened. I could smell his breath on my skin, his rough hands caressed my cheeks. “Ah, Max, when they told me you were hanging out with some girl, I didn’t think it would be this pretty, fragile girl,” Hank continued. He was watching me as he spoke. I flung my gaze at Max, willing him to look at me. But Max’s face spelt horror. I couldn’t believe he would lie to me like this. Neither could I believe that Aston was right about everything! “Hank, this is just a little misunderstand. I promise I have not stolen a dime from you. Swear it on my father’s grave,” Max said. Hank threw his head back, laughing. It was a mirthless laugh. It didn’t have a soul. He didn’t have a soul. “That means nothing to me, little boy. All I know is that the products I gave you is not matching the money you’ve been bringing in. See, I thought it was a joke at first. Maybe an innocent mistake. You know how little boys can’t count money, so I
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