“It doesn’t matter,” I say, moving to pick up my shirt and pants, hoping that she’ll get the message and clear the hell out. “His mom’s step-son kind of raped me, so I am officially not going to ever be involved with their family.” She stands up and places herself in front of me. “That’s why we were out so long today, River. Giving up on Tate because of some pseudo-connection to… Hudson…” She eyes me warily for a second and then she lets out a rush of air, as if she’s diving into the deep end whether I like it or not. “I told Hudson’s father. Declan King, he’s a cop. And his son’s badness
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