Breaking The Chains

Zayn drops his phone to his side, his face hardening with frustration. 

"Lana knows too." 

He says, his voice low and tense.

Candy and I both snap our heads toward him. 

"What?" 

I ask, my stomach tightening.

Zayn nods grimly. 

"Price must have told her. Lana mentioned it during the call. She didn't come out and accuse you directly, but she made it clear she's suspicious. She kept asking if Hailey is safe growing up around... this."

Candy scoffs, her tone sharp and protective.

"Of course Price would twist the knife even more. She's building herself a little army of allies."

I take a deep breath, trying to suppress the rising panic. 

"What exactly did Lana say?"

Zayn looks at me, conflicted.