My ears rang like a loud bell. For a few seconds, the world was a blur of sharp pain and Miracle’s smug face. But something snapped inside me. The fire in my chest was hotter than the sting on my cheek. Before I could think, I stood up and swung my palm with every bit of strength I had left.
Smack!
Miracle stumbled back, her hand flying to her face. Her eyes went wide with pure shock. I didn't flinch. I didn't back down.
"Don't you ever touch me again," I bit out, my voice shaking with rage. "Not today. Not ever."
"Are you going to just watch?" Miracle shrieked, turning toward Logan. Her voice hit a high, fake pitch as she forced a few tears to fall.
Logan’s face darkened into a mask of fury. He stepped toward me, his fist curling. I squeezed my eyes shut, bracing for a blow that woul
