~ TESS ~
As we walk toward the door, I can’t tell if I should hug Killan now for defending me or just bolt first and do it when we get outside. That’s how badly I want to leave my father's presence.
Uncertain, I decide to follow my instinct and wrap my arm around his waist, edging closer to him. He rests his fingers over mine, and I sigh as the simple touch gives me the comfort I need.
Although it doesn't seem like it, my father isn’t full-blown drunk yet, but he's almost there. This usually means things can get even worse.
Also, he only comes to me like this when he really needs money. If we don’t leave now, I know I’ll have to reveal the fact that I don’t have any extra money to give. Customers have been scarce the last few months, meaning everything I have goes to bills and necess
