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“I have an idea Let’s give it a feeeks See how things are going to play out For the past five years, Rusty’s been in prison I have a feeling the only thing on hishiht Co to have to tell Copper at soer ale and took a small sip

When Izzy said it, the idea of talking with Copper sounded so feasible But then, Shell hadn’t told her friends the entire story Copper’s devastated reaction was only one of the issues she’d be dealing with Still, it appeared her reprieve was up, and she’d have no choice but to tell him soon

“I think it’s a good plan Don’t make any rash decisions, Shell And when the time comes that you’re ready to tell Copper, we’ll have your back I promise we’ll stand with you” Toni placed a hand over Shell’s

“Absofuckinglutely,” Izzy said

A lump formed in Shell’s throat “If it comes down to it, you have to remain loyal to the club To your men”

“You are the club, Shell” Toni put her arms around Shell’s shoulders “I refuse to believe anyone would uys are brothers Never forget that”

“And,” Izzy said with a shrug “Jig already thinks Rusty is a fuckwad He’d never side with him over you”

For the first ti at a positive pregnancy test, the war someone in her corner eroded the icy blanket of loneliness she wore daily She had friends, she had support, she had wo the full story Based solely on the power of her character

Maybe, just maybe, there was a way to come out of this without neounds on her heart

But could she say the same for Copper?

CHAPTER THIRTEEN

SHELL WAS PULLING away She’d tried a hundred fli to Rusty’s party Copper had shot down every one with ease, but even after agreeing to attend, she seemed reluctant