Bitter Ultimatum

Lachlan talked a lot, but he couldn't read the expression on Toby's face. He had no idea what he was thinking.

'What am I thinking?' Toby felt like laughing. He did, but it was a cold, mocking laugh.

'Back when Mom and Dad passed away, Uncle Lachlan was just as heartbroken as I was. And when I showed hostility toward the one who was saved, didn't Uncle Lachlan always let it be?

'Why is he suddenly