Chapter 27CAIDEN
I knew he saw, and I felt his presence even after I entered the dark house. “So, boy...” I swallowed at his slurred words.
“You’re home early.” I said trying to calm myself down.
“He’s watching over you.” I nodded at Corbin’s voice. I wished my grandfather could step in as my guardian angel, but I was slowly realizing he couldn’t. That was why I had been brought to Bryson. He was supposed to save me, but I didn’t think I could be saved.
“I knew that lady was trouble.”
“Listen Mark. I’ll do whatever I have to do, but please leave Mom alone. Whatever you want. Whatever you need.” I begged.
“Damn straight you will boy.” I gulped. Something in his tone told me this wouldn’t be a normal beating. This was going to be different from anything I’d ever experienced. I was terr
