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I looked up from my storybook to see Mark in my doorway. “Hey, munchkin,” he said, closing and locking the door behind him. My stomach sank. “What are you doing up so late?” “Reading.” A wave of panic swept over me, and I felt my body stiffen when he walked toward me. “Why are you here?” “I came over to keep your sister company,” he explained, coming to sit on the side of my bed. “She fell asleep on the couch, so I thought I’d come and check on you.” He was always checking on me. It used to be okay, but I wasn’t so sure anymore. I didn’t think I wanted him to keep checking on me. I didn’t want ...more