“Did you say something?” Knox glares, his eyes piercing.

I nod, fully pumped on advice from my therapist. “I said I didn't offer, you bullied me into it, and honestly I'm quite sick of your behavior.”

“Ms Laurel.” Amara hisses, warning me I'm poking the bear.

“No, let me say this because if I don't say it today then he'll think I am okay with the way things are.” my gaze drifts back to Knox, noting Ryan's return which gives some sort of comfort. “I'm not.”I match his glare. ...