I keep her behind me and rub at my chest with my free hand. “Shit. When’d you learn how to punch?” “I didn’t.” Joe grimaces and shakes out his hand. “What are you made out of? Fucking rock?” I make my own face as I press my hand over my pec. “You smashed my nipple.” Joe drops his hands to his sides. “Good.” Kendra snickers behind me, and I feel her drop her forehead against my back. I try not to smile. Joe points at me. “This isn’t funny.” My nipple throbs. I bite my cheek as I shake my head. “It’s not funny.” “That’s my daughter.” I nod. “I know.” “And you didn’t tell me.” I nod again. “I’m
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