CHAPTER 141 Don't Be Too Greedy

  Would Lucas care about what Xander said? Any normal man, hearing such things, wouldn't be able to stay completely unfazed. Especially since he's always been sensitive about me and Salvatore.

  Thinking about it made my heart twist into a knot. The power of words! Sometimes, slander and rumors can hurt more than any physical wound. A cut or bruise will heal, but lies and defamation can reach deep into a person's soul. They don't just hurt the heart; they tear apart trust and relationships too.

  With these conflicting thoughts swirling in my head, I didn't realize when I fell asleep.

  When I woke up again, the room was pitch black, and I had no idea what time it was. The light from the hallway filtered in through the curtains, and I immediately saw someone sitting by my bed.

  Without a second thought, I raised my hand and slapped him hard across the face.