“OH.” DEE CRIED IN WINSTON’S arms as he lowered her to his couch.
“What happened, sweetie? I’ve never seen you like this before.”
She buried her head in his T-shirt. “I’ve never been so scared in my life.”
“What happened to you?” He raised her head, staring into her eyes. “Did someone hurt you? I’m freaking out here. Tell me something, please.”
“I’m so sorry, Winston.” She hopped in his lap and locked her arms around his shoulders. “I’ll never go over there again.”
“What are you talking about?” He took her hands, his face wilting. “Is this about Jonathan?”
“I can’t even look you in the face.” She stared at the plate of half-eaten enchiladas on his coffee table. “Please, don’t be mad at me.”
He stood, pointing to the floor. “What did he do to you? Because if he hurt you there won’t b
