Madelyn stared at the mess of food scattered on the floor, her brow furrowing in confusion. She wondered, 'What is he doing now?' She gave Forrest a disapproving look and asked, "Forrest, what are you even up to?" As she bent down to pick up her lunchbox, Forrest kicked it again, making it slip from her grasp.

In a swift motion, Forrest grabbed Madelyn by her collar, lifting her up and pinning her against the wall with force. His intense gaze locked onto hers, his grip on her collar tightening as he angrily demanded, "What the hell did you say?"

The corner of the windowsill pressed into Madelyn's back uncomfortably, but she kept her steady gaze on Forrest. She inquired, "What exactly are you trying to say?"

Forrest's narrow eyes radiated an icy coldness. He hissed, "Jadie got hurt because of your big mouth. She's in the hospital now. You claimed she's your sister, right? Is this how you treat family, Madelyn Jent? Instead of sneaking around, why don't you say it to my face? If somet