With that, he led her out.
Chase glowered at Lexi, warning her to stay put.
Lexi cowered back in fear and nodded obediently.
Meanwhile, Vivian felt a flicker of irritation as Finnick led her away.
It wasn't my fault. Why did he act like I was the one who took the box without permission?
"What are you doing?" she pried free from his grip and demanded.
Vivian felt wronged as she seethed with anger.
"You know what you did. Go home on your own."
With that said, Finnick spun on his heels and left.
As he walked away from her, Vivian's heart sink.
Doesn't Finnick believe me?
Does he seriously think I'm a thief? Why is he acting this way?
As the questions whirled around in her mind, Vivian walked out of the building.
Finnick had driven her here earlier. She had to walk home alone since he told her to head home on her own.
On the way out, Vivian couldn't help but wonder. Today's a happy occasion. Why did Finnick treat me that way?
Did I do something to make him angry? If so, why didn't he say it out loud?
Suddenly, she heard a familiar voice. When she turned back, she spotted Larry standing at a distance away.
Vivian's lips parted in shock. Is that Larry? Why is he here? Shouldn't he be at home? Curious, she went to Larry and questioned her son.
"I was bored at home, so I followed you secretly," came Larry's reply.
After they departed earlier, Larry dashed upstairs to take some money and hailed a cab to follow them.
Finnick wasn't driving quickly, so he caught up with his parents in no time.
"No more next time! What if something happens to you?"
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