AUTHOR'S WARNING: This chapter contains a very descriptive sex scene. If you are not comfortable with explicit content, please read at your own risk.

“You have nothing together!” Chris paused. “You had your chance to run away from Ashley, and you didn't take it. Now you are her slave for life.”

Xander scoffed, rolling his eyes. “I'm an adult, Chris. I can make my own decisions.”

Chris leaned in, his voice low and threatening. “You will regret this, Xander. If my hand wasn't bandaged, I'd teach you a lesson.”

Xander shook his head, unimpressed, and turned to leave. “It's none of your business, Chris,” he spat over his shoulder.

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