The front door slams shut, the intruders gone seconds before I kneel in front of my life. I tuck a strand of hair behind her ear, and she flinches. “I told…I told you I didn’t belong.” Her voice cracks, and it takes my heart with it. “I’ve never wanted you to be anyone other than who you are. I can assure you my mother will pay for this.” My teeth grind together as I suck a breath through my nose. Rage beats at my chest, burning to escape and rampage at anyone who hurts my girl like this.