The Verity: Part One

by M.J. Lawrie

‘There are some things in this world, some people, that are worth losing everything for, Cass. Some are even worth dying for. Just because I can’t show how I feel, doesn’t mean I’m incapable of feeling it all together.’

‘He got a little hungry and helped himself to one of Elder Three’s secret strawberry plants. He’s been sentenced to a year of service.’ ‘For stealing a strawberry?’ I gasp. ‘Was a mighty fine strawberry.’ Chilli smirks proudly.

Cos that’s what fathers do for their daughters. They support them. And they keep them safe. Even from the side lines.’