“How’s she doing?” “She’s killing it,” I answered honestly. “And you’re keeping an eye on her?” My chest tightened, not just with his question, but with the promise that rested underneath it. I’d sworn on my life that I’d watch over her for him, and I had — all through high school. There was no chance of that stopping now. “I’ve got her back,” I promised him. “But honestly… she doesn’t need me. She holds her own.” Gavin smiled at that. “Not surprised.”
