Chapter 007

Alexander

"Selene, when did you arrive?" I questioned behind her, startling her. “What are you doing standing here?”

"Oh, come on. Just because you have that wrench in there doesn't mean I can't go in," She pulled away from my bedroom door and sauntered towards me.

I stepped out of her reach. "Your presence here is solely because of my grandfather, Selene. I trust you understand your position," I stated firmly.

"Where did you pick her from?” she sneered, her voice laced with malice. “Sorry let me rephrase that. Which slump did you pick her from?"

I don't have to entertain her bickering with any response. I had important things to take care of. Oh, but I had time to play along, today.

"I believe Daniel will keep you busy enough to stay out of my business," I responded, my lips barely moving as I spoke.

My words seemed to rattle her badly. She lunged at me, her fingers inches away from scratching my face. I grabbed her hands and held them down. My face gave none of my emotions away.

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