"Who? Apex?" Michelle asked, her confusion evident.
"Yes," Ashley replied, her tone firm. "Do you know how dangerous he is?"
Michelle frowned, still puzzled. "You used to be on the same team with him."
Ashley's jaw tightened, her eyes narrowing. "Yes, and he's attacked us on multiple occasions since then. He's tried to kill Leah more times than I can count and nearly killed Josh."
Michelle flinched at the vehemence in Ashley's voice. "I… I didn't know that. You don't tell me anything," she mumbled, a flicker of guilt crossing her face.
Ashley took a breath, trying to rein in her frustration. "I'm grateful you brought him there and saved us, but don't ever put yourself in danger again. Not even for me." Her tone softened as she spoke, but her gaze remained unwavering.
Michelle hesitated, her eyes darting away. "I can't do that," she said quietly.
Ashley's anger flared again, her hands balling into fists. "Michelle—"
