The day Zoe returned with Luis in tow to the Thorn Edge Pack, Caleb orchestrated a live broadcast, ensuring that the entire pack could witness the fall of a betrayer, a warning for all to see.
As the publicâs eager eyes remained fixated, the prison carâs lock was disengaged with an echoing click.
From the car emerged Luis, his hands bound in handcuffs, his attire marred with dried blood and his hair disheveled, presenting a picture of utter humiliation.
Controlled by Zoe, Luis kneeled before Caleb and me, his haughtiness and pride replaced by desolation.
Caleb cleared his throat and asked, âLuis, do you find it in your heart to admit to your crime?â
Luis, seemingly jolted from a trance, made a desperate attempt to straighten his posture, puffing out his chest, and with stubbornness etched across his face, he replied, âWhy should I confess to a crime that isnât mine? I didnât do it!â
Caleb responded with measured composure, âWe have concrete evidence, Luis.
Why do you persist in denial? Must I lay bare the proof?â
Before Luis could respond, a recording was played, one that showed his role in the assault on Roz Townâs inhabitants.
Even with Jacksonâs voice disguised, the truth was unmistakable.
âIâm not guilty!â Luis exclaimed suddenly, as if his sanity had slipped away.
He got to his feet, pointing an accusatory finger at Caleb and unleashing a furious outburst.
âCaleb, you rascal! How dare you heap these accusations on me? Itâs all your fault.
Everything, itâs your faultâ¦â
Before he could expound further, Zoe intervened, executing a well-aimed kick that brought Luis to his knees once again.
Defiantly, Luis shouted, âItâs your doing, Caleb.
Your choice of Luna was misguided.
If you had chosen my daughter, none of this would have transpired, and I wouldnât have found myself in this sorry state.
Our family wouldâve been your steadfast anchor.
The onus is on you, and you should pay the price for selecting Debra.
â
With a fierce glare in my direction, Luis vowed, âDebra, even in my demise, I shall drag you down to hell with me!â
I perceived his intent, realizing he sought to reveal my true identity.
Before he could spill the beans, I stepped closer and whispered, âLuis, I strongly recommend you reconsider.
Otherwise, your daughter shall endure a hardship!â
Luisâ face froze, and he asked me, âWhat do you mean?â
I turned and signaled to the guards, issuing an order.
âBring Janiya here.
â
One of the guards promptly Brought Janiya close.
She looked lifeless and her hair was a disaster.
She twiddled a ring and muttered, âI will be the Luna.
â
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âJaniya!â Luisâ eyes widened in realization.
He cast an accusatory glare my way and bellowed, âDebra, youâre a heartless, vile schemer!
How dare you manipulate me using my own child? Youâre a woman without scruples and compassion.
Your reckoning will be a bitter one!â
I replied with unwavering composure, âMr.
Barton, youâre quick to rage when I merely hinted at your daughterâs predicament.
Yet, have you ever pondered the innocent souls from Roz Town whom youâve harmed?
They too possess families and loved ones as well.
Has that ever crossed your dumb mind?â
Debraâs POV:
Luisâ voice choked.