Ms. Escape: Marrying to Run, Fighting to Rise Novel

Michael's face twisted with outrage . " What's that supposed to me she's your wife , which makes her my daughter - in - law . Your stepmother , your brother , and I have nowhere to go . You won't even let us stay for one night ? " Curtis gave a short laugh . He couldn't believe how far his father's s had gone . " Dad , please , " Denton said quietly , his face burning with embarrassment . He tugged at Michael's sleeve . " Let's just leave ." Right then , Curtis's assistant arrived with several men . They moved fast , thei driveway .

steps echoing through the " Get them out , " Curtis said , his voice cutting like ice . " If they show up again or make a scene , call the police ." He guided Adriana back inside , ignoring the chaos behind him . Michael's anger finally burst . He turned , ready to scream , but Denton grabbed his arm hard . " Dad , stop ! You didn't raise him . You have no right to ask him for anything ! " " You ungrateful kid ! " Juliet shouted , slapping Denton's arm so hard the sound echoed . Her face flushed red with anger . " Call Harold right now ! We're not leaving the Lincolns like this !

" she barked , spinning toward Michael . Michael's jaw tightened , his eyes blazing . " I'll call him , " he growled . " We're going back today . I'll make Curtis call me ' Dad ' in front of everyone ." He grabbed his phone and started dialing furiously . " Once Dad sees Denton , he'll love him . He's his grandson too . He can't spoil Curtis and throw us scraps . Whatever Curtis has , Denton should have it too ! " " Dad ! " Denton shouted , his voice shaking with anger . He turned around and stormed off before he lost control . He didn't want this .

He didn't want to be some spoiled rich kid who lived off someone else's money . He refused to walk into the Lincolns like a beggar dragged in by his father's pride . In the living room , Adriana looked at Curtis with worry in her eyes . " That man ... is he really your father ? " Curtis pulled her close and pressed his chin against her hair . " Forget about him , " he said quietly . " He's not worth your thoughts ." Adriana gripped his shirt , her voice trembling . " Was this Matthew's idea ? Did he send them here to get at you ? " Curtis sighed and brushed his hand over her back .

" Stop overthinking . This has nothing to do with you . 10:23 Mon , Jan 12 RD Matthew's tricks don't matter to me . " He tilted her face toward him , his tone calm . " I need to step out for a bit . Stay here and wait for me , okay ? " " Alright , " Adriana whispered , nodding . Curtis hadn't been gone long when her phone buzzed across the coffee table . The screen lit up with a name that made her heart clench . Matthew . She hesitated , then picked up . " What do you want now ? " she asked coldly .

" Adriana , " Matthew's voice came through , smooth but fake , dripping with concern . " I heard you fell down the stairs . Are you okay ? " " That's none of your business , " she snapped . " Why are you trying to screw with Curtis ? " " Adriana , " Matthew's tone softened , coaxing , almost pleading . " You and Curtis lost the baby . There's nothing binding you to him anymore . The Lincolns are a mess . Michael is just one of his many problems , and he barely makes it into top ten . You don't belong in that chaos . Come back to me . I'll take care of you .

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