Chapter 108

"For the sake of being my former Gamma and for the sake of all the years we've fought side by side, I will give you one more piece of advice. I hate men who are too cowardly to decide for themselves. And I think you're that kind of man."

Her words pierced Ash's heart like a knife, stabbing it and tearing it to shreds.

"Since you've forced me to be cruel, I won't hesitate. I despise men like you, including Wyatt. I will protect Harper from the likes of you and him," Jaylani continued. "I want me and my friends to stay away from all of you cowards."

"I—" Ash gritted his teeth and soon found the words to say. "It's because Harper has been telling you things, right? She's been bad-mouthing me!" he countered, unable to hide the resentment under his eyes.