Sarah's head snapped to the side from the force of the slap. A deep red mark instantly bloomed across her delicate face. Her fists clenched so tightly her knuckles turned white, fury roiling beneath her calm exterior. But with her hair falling over her face, none of them could see the storm building in her eyes. Jenny and Grace exchanged a quick glance, satisfaction flashing in their eyes. Sarah had always defied them, never giving them an ounce of respect. Finally, she was struck down. Benjamin growled, his voice low and venomous, "Whether you like it or not, they're your mother and sister now. If you ever speak to them like that again, I'll kill you!" Only after Benjamin's words had finished did Grace step forward, feigning concern. "Honey, even if Sarah was wrong, just talk her

