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Isabella's POV

She does? How does she know where Trevor is going perhaps she's bluffing. I know Trevor didn't leave a trail, even if he did, it's for me.

" You do"

" Yes"

" Then we need to talk" Leon wound his hand around Miley's shoulder, leading her out of the room while I narrow my eyes at their disappearing back and then dial Trevor's number on my phone but his phone wasn't reachable.

" Fuck" this can't be good. I made to dress up then I stop. What If she's using me to get to Trevor? Aren't I walking into a trap? I can't risk it. Trevor will find me when he's safe. I know he crossed the line again by shooting Maximilian, he did it to threaten Miley. I was terrified for a split second because she doesn't care about anyone but it seems she cared about Logan.

Would Trevor have pointed the gun at me, if she hadn't agreed? I mean it's not the first time he's using me as bait. I shake the eerie feeling off and then return to my bed.

There's no way Miley knows where Trevor is hiding. No way.

She said it to get back at me because of what I said to her. It doesn't make it better even if she knows how I feel about her. I still hate her. She didn't even say anything meaningful except ratting me out to our parents which I can easily get out of by the way. She's unbearable. So proud and arrogant.

I know I got to her this time, for what's worth she cried. I made the almighty Miley weep. The painful look on her face when I told her what Leon had done, was the best part of it all. It was priceless. She looked betrayed, hurt, used, and exploited. I get to hurt her emotions too.

But Leon came and she pretended to be fine. What was that all about? Shouldn't she have lashed out at him? Miley isn't one to keep her mouth shut. Is she that smitten? Or is there an ulterior motive behind her silence? Whatever it is, they have to divorce. He doesn't even love her.

Or does he? Can Miley be his weakness too?

Julian's POV

I lead Lena to an eatery near the hospital. She looks sad, her eyes are red and puffy. I know she said it's about the photos but I doubt Lena will cry over me in this way. There's got to be something else. I wish she'll talk to me about it, I wish she'll come to trust me as I have come to trust her.

Anyway, I have to take care of Trevor first before I can take the next step. I still don't think Trevor knew about my trip. Someone close to me told him. Iona is the suspect but she's too naive to make such a plot. That's why I'm going to tell her about everything. She needs to know if we're going to catch him.

I hold her hand across the table staring at her but her gaze was on our joined hands. She looks at it for some time then meet my eyes and I know that look.

She's mad at me.

" Are you alright?" I ask again. I'm beginning to think Isabella said something dubious to her. It is unlike Lena to hold things back. I wonder what Isabella told her about me.

" Shaken but I'm fine. Trevor's godfather has a farm downtown. He always goes there whenever he's hiding from his family and you said the trail leads to downtown. I think he's there. Trevor doesn't think before he does things. clearly, he hadn't expected you to intervene. He's there, I know he is"

" Do you know this place? "

" Yes, " she says a little slowly, and that hesitation leads to my next question.

" When was the last time you visited?" She narrows her eyes at me but I keep a stern face. I'm serious about this.

" Five, six years ago. I mean, we dated for two weeks if that counts as dating" I have known about her previous relationship with Trevor but hearing it from her mouth just get me annoyed as I thought of him touching her as I do. I can't wait to get my hands on him.

" Yes, yes I know that. Five years is a lot of time. Things could change. What If he's no longer a farmer?" It was her turn to narrow her eyes at me then she chuckled.

" I don't think so. His godfather yes but the farmhouse is still there. Trust me, we did a lot of things in that house" I frown when she says it like she's reminiscing about it. I'm going to enjoy kicking his ass for laying his hands on her.

" He sent me photos too. Photos of you and Logan" I tell her out of anger since she was narrating her ordeal with Trevor. I rather crush it. She needs to know that while she was crucifying me, I was busy tracking the photographer or photo editor.

Her eyes widen but she didn't say anything for a long time and when she did, it was filled with remorse.

" I didn't do it. I... I don't see Logan that way. You believe me right?" She's defending herself wow. I wasn't expecting this but I'm impressed.

" Yes, "I say and she heaves a sigh of relief

" I tracked the editor down and found out Trevor did it. I'm not sure about Isabella but I know she aided in your kidnap and Ryder's condition. She better runs cos when I find evidence, she's going to a psychiatric penitentiary forever and nothing can save her from me " I tell her honestly cos I know by finding Trevor, Isabella is made.

Keith and his son may be isolated from the world but I know they didn't act alone. Cone's death is my proof. Whosoever is playing games with me isn't done yet.

All this will be over after the election.

Lena isn't happy about my threat I know but I mean every word." She's not capable of such. Isabella is nineteen Julian. She doesn't know much " she says in her defense but I can sense some doubts. She doesn't believe her own words either.

" She doesn't? Trevor fucking bragged about killing my family in a text message. That thug bragged in my face. My phone number isn't on the billboard chart. Someone gave it to him and... "

" What about the mole in your family? It wasn't her. Isa doesn't have your number. Stop accusing her. Have you forgotten about your father's attack? Iona's reappearance? Do you think Trevor and Isa are that smart to plot something like that? For a man who claims to be learned, you talk like a child. Leave my sister out of it. She's just a victim" she stops there and then looks away from me after interrupting me to defend her rebellious sister. I can ignore her insult but I do know she referred to Isa as a victim. Is she trying to prioritize? If Trevor, Keith, Cone, Isa, and Hyde are victims then who is the mastermind?

I bet one of them knows who and that person is Trevor. Keith would know after all he had a lot to gain from this. Lena might be right that a member of my family is behind this then I need to know who. I have to distinguish between my aunts, uncles, cousins, sister, and granduncles.

" I received a message from Trevor too, so you know. He wants me back because he thinks you're cruel to me. I can find him for you. He'll see me. As they say, first love never dies" I don't like the idea, no but I'm ready to take the chance to find that idiot but first I need to enquire about his godfather's hometown. Have it surrounded besides She's in no shape for an ambush. She needs to heal.

" Julian? What do you think?"

" Nothing. You're a mess right now. If we're going to do this then we have to trust each other. Look at me, you need to talk to me if you're having doubts. I know you Lena and this isn't you. You're hurting and I know it's not because of me. What happened babe?