ARES’S POV

I had to talk to Leilani. I needed to tell her everything before Christina had a chance to fill her mind with whatever bullsh*t she wanted to. Leilani was too smart to believe her, but that didn’t mean it wouldn’t create an ounce of doubt in her mind. She hadn’t known me for long, but I hope she trusted me more than she did Christina.

I pulled out my phone and dialed her number. The anticipation and anxiety set in as the call continued to ring. ...