Hendrix

by Kelsey Clayton

happens so fast I can barely even register it. His hand flies up and slaps me right across the face. The only thing that tells me it happened is the stinging feeling in my cheek. My eyes widen as I stare at him. Remorse overtakes his features, but it's too late.

Colby shakes his head. “Someone who loves you wouldn't do this. Take it from someone who knows what it's like to love you.”

Brenna nods and wraps her tiny little arms around my neck. “Good luck, Daddy. I love you.”