Chapter 188 - The Runaway Orphan (2) (2/2)

The bandage unraveled to reveal a faint pink scar on my neck that looked like it was days old rather than minutes. However, it would at least take a several days for it to completely disappear. Seeing how I felt perfectly fine, Luke's worries seemed unfounded.

”Just rest until we get back to school,” Luke sighed, not bothering to do anything about the bandage.

”We're really not going anywhere?” I cried.

How could I do nothing when my hard-earned freedom was going down the drain? There was absolutely nothing I was gaining from this deal with Luke. It was clear both Alex and Luke were adamant on going back to school.

I looked toward Shelly for help, but unexpectedly she turned away to avoid my pleas. It was shocking that Shelly didn't take my side for the first time. Pangs of betrayal hit my heart as Shelly chose to stay silent like she was agreeing with them. No one inside this hover car was on my side.

”Why? Why can't I go?” I accused Luke.

”Why do I need your permission whenever I want to go anywhere?” I yelled.

”Rika- ”

”It's not fair. I'm not a doll that is willing to be under your control!” I interrupted him.

”Do you think I want to watch everywhere you go?” Luke shouted.

”If you didn't get into these dangerous situations too frequently like an hour ago, I wouldn't have to!”

Alex nodded to agree with Luke as Shelly silently watched our fight. Knowing that whatever I said would be dismissed while everyone took his side, I decided not to argue back. But I wasn't going to stay inside this car, giving into Luke as usual. I had no reason to continue listening to him.

I opened the car door and said some final words before jumping out, ”I had enough. I don't see any reason I have to stay here anymore.”

”Wait, Rika!” Shelly yelled as I leaped outside of the door.