“Don’t look so scared. I won’t hurt you…” “Shannon! Shannon! Jesus Christ, do something!” “Tell me who put their hands on you and I’ll make it better…” “Look what you’ve done!” I heard my mother scream. “I’ll look after you…” “Call an ambulance.” “You’re safe with me…” “She’s dying. He killed my sister. And you’re doing nothing!” “I won’t let you fall… It’s okay, I’ve got you…” “Call a fucking ambulance!” “Stay with me…” I could feel the warmth of two hands against my face and reveled in the gentle touch. “Can you hear me?” Joey’s voice filled my ears. “I’m going to get you out of here, okay?”
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