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I was practically thrown out of the law firm despite my attempts to shake the guard off. All I got was tasered for my trouble and they didn't have half the talent at using it that Fred did. Fuck Harry. I was going to rip his head off when I saw him next and see if the next time they bring him back he manages to bring his common sense back with him
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I knew that what she was telling me made sense. And it was a better plan than storming in there and getting my ass tasered. But, I didn't like the word 'no' and when I wanted something, I was used to getting it. Right now, that something was Shannon back here in one piece and away from Harry Osborn. But this time, I wasn't getting what I wanted and I definitely didn't like it. I wanted to throw another tantrum, but I had a feeling if I kicked or threw anything else Izzi would pull her big sleeper grip on me and I'd end up unconscious. I wasn't helping anyone that way.
And Connor's gonna agree with her? Who's on my side here? Anyone? See, now Faith would be busting up in that place with me, no questions asked. No matter what the sitch was. Maybe I should call her, I'm sure once she heard the story she'd be all about storming in and kicking some ass. Hmmm, that's definitely an idea. Not that I'm going to share that one. No, that's gonna be all mine. I'd play that card if I needed to.
"Fine. You go talk to them. And I guess I'll just sit here and do nothing." I pouted. Yeah, I was a big brat. Nothing new there. Well, not to Connor anyway. I'm pretty sure Izzi hadn't seen this side yet. "That's really gonna help. And I'm already feeling so much better about it." I said sarcastically, rolling my eyes. "And for the record? I'm not scared of James." I said defiantly. "He might try to do something to get to Faith, or even Grace, but I'm not afraid of him."
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I'm not running. I swear, I'm not even thinking of running. Nope. Not thinking about it at all.
Kennedy seemed like she felt betrayed because God forbid anyone see another side of this but hers. But I couldn't help it. And I was sure Connor couldn't either. It's nothing against her if someone doesn't want to be tasered if it can be avoided! I frowned a little at her, because while I knew she was pretty ruthless when it came to getting what she wanted, this was a side of her I hadn't seen before. And so far? I wasn't a big fan.
"Don't talk to him like that." I said, when she started mouthing off in that sarcastic tone. "He did you a favor. He could have just gone to Faith and Angel and gave them the head's up and left you to find out about this later. Don't be bitter toward him because you're pissed at the position your sister's put herself in."
Okay, probably not helping her and her sullen little attitude. But I can't help it. I'm not spoiled, and the way I was raised usually dictates that I end up calling people who are on their behavior.
My eyebrow raised a little when she mentioned Grace, and that's when I started putting things together and coming up with the bigger picture. Grace was Faith's sister. Faith was Kennedy's best friend. Kennedy's sister was now sleeping with Faith's husband. Wonder who Grace's boyfriend is and how he's related to everyone.
I glanced at Connor for a moment, but quickly ruled that out. Kennedy wouldn't be so cool with him if he'd taken her girlfriend and then shut her down when she'd tried to see the girl in the hospital.
"You're not afraid of anything, are you?" I sighed.
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"You're too smart not to fear a senior partner, Kennedy," I told her plainly. Because she had to look at the big picture here. We had to choose our battles and it was best if we had a chance in hell at winning. Outside of the law firm? We had a better chance.
"I'll do whatever it takes to help you with your sister, but I'm not going to walk into that building only to have our asses handed to us. How the fuck will that help your sister if you and I come back in pieces? I doubt the kids would appreciate that either considering how much they have already lost."
That's right, when in doubt bring of Lexi and Tyler. If that didn't help her get a grip, nothing would. Chances were that Faith would decide she was storming the place anyway.
"Look, if Faith and Dad decide that all of us should storm the place tonight, I'll call you and we go in as a group. Because one or two of us going in is just ridiculous. I'll let you know one way or the other after I've talked to them."
I turned to leave and called back to Izzi, "It was nice to meet you sorry it wasn't under better circumstances, but then it rarely is." With that, I let myself out.
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"No, I'm not." I said shortly as she pointedo ut that I wasn't afraid of anything. Okay, so sometimes I was afraid and truth be told, I was afraid of James. But I was angry right now and running my mouth. I did that a lot. She was going to have to realize that.
And now Connor was calling me out too? What the hell was this? Gang up on Kennedy night? Not my fault my sister is a big ho who has no respect for a wedding ring. She's the one who's causing all this, not me! Get off my back! Then he had to play the Lexi and Tyler card. The one thing he knew would get me to back down. I sighed, shrugging my shoulders and giving him a nod. He had a point. Those kids were important to me, I didn't want to hurt them anymore than they already were. They had been through way too much anyway. I didn't need to add more to it. None of this is their fault and they shouldn't have to suffer for Harry's stupidity. Or Shannon's for that matter. And okay, mine either.
I just looked at Connor as he told me he'd call me if anything went down tonight. "Just let me know." I said to him before he left. God this sucked. I hated not being able to do anything about it. I always had to fix things when it came to Shannon. And now she does something like this and I just have to sit and wait.
Have I mentioned how impatient I am?
I felt Izzi's eyes on me and I looked over at her. "You can chill, I'm not gonna do anything until I hear back from Connor. Okay? But I'm not gonna lie and say it's taking every ounce of restraint not to go over there, tasers, cut into pieces and all. I'm pissed." I nodded, giving her a serious look. "And I don't deal well when I am. So, I'm sorry you have to see me this way or whatever. But this is me. This is who I am." I gave her a smirk. "I'm a brat. I like getting my way and I usually will stop at nothing to make sure I do."
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Oh, really, can I? Thanks for the permission.
I rolled my eyes.
"Look, I get it." I told her, because in all honesty, I did. "She's family, and you do whatever it takes to protect your family. I know. I had an older sister once too." And a mother. I couldn't protect them, so far be it from me to stop someone who actually can protect theirs.
"But you're no good to anyone in pieces. Not Shannon, not your friend Faith, not her kids. Not even yourself." I purposely kept myself out of the equation, because this wasn't about me. Except for the fact that if it wasn't for me, she'd have probably been out that door the second Connor left it, on her way over to do something brash and stupid.
"I already knew you were a brat, and I can deal with that. But I also thought you were a smart brat, despite evidence to the contrary." I said, raising an eyebrow at her. "And while I know restraint isn't exactly your strongest suit..." It was my turn to smirk at her. "You're just going to have to suck it up and show some until the chips are stacked in your favor again. Because it sounds to me like this James guy doesn't care what kind of hand you've got, or how strong your poker face is."
I shrugged.
"Besides, House always wins. So you're better off taking your game elsewhere if you want your shot."
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