[Bailey]
When I reached the shed where Melo stood, I gave her a quick once-over to see if she’d try to stop me. She was as relaxed as she got. Melo was always ready for a surprise attack. I understood that feeling and the history that had to come with it.
I knew Ian and Keaton had fallen back. I wasn’t concerned about them. It was time for Gino to finally pay for what he did to my family.
“You better not try to stop me, Melo,” I said.
Despite the seething anger coursing through me, my voice remained steady and controlled.
Melo nodded. She had a look that told me she had no intention of stopping me. Gino had crossed a line, and Faaro was the only one who seemed to think it was forgivable.
With a deep breath, I steeled myself and took a step closer, my hand outstretched toward the do
