FORTY FOUR

DEVON

"What benefits had Lucas given you? Or was it George? Two of them are in cahoots anyway," I said directly. Derek looked shocked; his face told everything. Michael was confused and didn't know what was going on. He looked between me and Derek.

"I thought you knew better, Derek. I am so disappointed in you. And I give you my word I will make sure that you have no footing in New York," I declared. Before he could say anything, I turned around and walked to my car. Derek was persistent and hurriedly came to me.

"It's not what you think; they tried to poach me, but I didn't agree. I was just playing along with them," he whispered.

I didn't believe him one bit; I could see the desperation in his eyes. He was just trying to find an excuse. Perhaps right now, he's confused. Without saying a word, I hopped inside my car together with Michael.

"What happened back there, Devon?" He asked curiously.

"I think he is with Lucas now," I replied.

"What will you do?" He asked curiously.

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