Choices

by rain and leaves

A story about Peter's return, after which things start to spiral way out of control. This story's main point of interest is that it will be told entirely in drabbles. Warning: Canon!PC. Rating is for violence and adult themes.

33. Chapter 33

Disclaimer: If you recognize anything, it's not mine.

33

She makes them all sit down. The sounds of the party drift up to them, and it seems incredible that that should be.

"I knew the moment you got back."

"Why did you try to kill Claire?"

"Kill her?" Angela raises one elegant eyebrow. "I never intended to kill Claire. I assure you, I know her limits. I expect I know them better than she does."

"Then why?" Claire asks, hopelessly lost.

"Saving the cheerleader wasn't part of our original plan. But we noticed how much Peter enjoyed it – most men enjoy playing the hero, saving the damsel in distress."