I am King
Author: Jericho Chase
last update2025-01-22 23:25:18

Barry didn't flinch nor reacted after being slapped.

Instead, he stared down at Laura, who was breathing fire and brimstone at him.

“How dare you?” She hissed, her voice shaking with rage. “Is this some kind of game to you? My family is impoverished, my parents are getting a divorce. And yet, you have the guts to walk in here, and smile like that?”

Barry did not say anything. He kept his eyes fixed on Laura as if she were the only one in the room.

“I hate you, Barry,” Laura spat, her eyes burning with hatred. “I hate you more than I've ever hated anyone in my life. Because of you, the Raven family is ruined. Is this how you repay my grandmother for the kindness she showed to you?”

Barry took a deep breath, then began. “Before Madam Evelyn passed away, I made a vow to her. I promised to take care of you and protect you, Laura.”

Laura wrinkled her nose. “I don't need your care, neither do I need your protection.”

Barry ran his fingers through his hair. “You don't have to tell me twice.
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