Chapter 89

Darren stood before Stanley, his eyes filled with a mix of anguish and anger. He had suspected Stanley's involvement in Lucy's disappearance, and now that the truth was laid bare before him, he couldn't contain his emotions any longer. The bond of friendship that had once tied them together was now strained, tested by the painful revelation.

"You did this, Stanley," Darren's voice trembled with a mixture of hurt and accusation. "You took her away from us. How could you do this?"

Stanley met Darren's gaze head-on, his expression unyielding. He knew the confrontation was inevitable, and he had prepared himself for it. There was a coldness in his eyes, a steel resolve that seemed to dull any hint of remorse. He didn't flinch in the face of Darren's anger but instead stood tall, his voice steady as he responded.

"Yes, Darren. I did," Stanley's tone was calm, almost dismissive. "I took her away because she belongs with me. We are mates, destined to be together. And it's time you accept tha