Chapter 613

Just as Talia had said, that rumor spread across Cyntia in less than half an hour, like time was of the essence. The night seemed like a beast that devoured people—it was the perfect cover for schemes. Toby had been under intense mental strain for days, so he didn't hear about the rumors right away. By the time Yvonne told him, it was too late to stop the story from spreading. He had just come from the basement, where he had hurt Melina, and his hands were still shaking. He looked at his friends gathered in front of him. Behind his glasses, his eyes were complication and filled with both grief and disbelief. Elliot noticed something was off. He asked nervously, "What is it? Did something happen to Andrew?" Toby shook his head. His expression was grim. Grant turned to him. "What's wrong?" Toby's gaze swept over them. His voice sounded stifled, as though distorted by anguish. "One of us has betrayed Andrew." Everyone's faces changed at those words. Grant's forehead bulged with