Chapter 7

Phoebe's head snapped sideways from the blow, the world spinning and her ears ringing.

When her vision finally cleared, all she saw was Xander's cold, steely expression.

"Like I said, it's just a pendant. I'll get you another one. But you shouldn't have hit Alena," Xander said. "Now, apologize to her."

Before Phoebe could say a word, a cold voice cut in.

"You think a simple apology is enough to fix this? Xander, are you really going to keep covering for her like this?" Alena sneered.

"Alena, what else do you want?" Xander asked.

Alena's eyes narrowed with pure malice…