C71 Choice

Raymond stands between Xavier and I. Xavier is still on the ground recovering from the fierce blow. He coughs up blood and my heart shatters. There is only one way this will work.

“ I can take care of him, Xavier!” I shout to him and he shakes his head. He is one stubborn cone to crack.

Raymond growls fiercely at me when I try to take a step forward.

“ Let Xavier and the others go