Damien stepped in front of Emma without thinking.
Claire's hand shook as she held the gun but her eyes were focused. She wasn't going to miss.
"Don't do this," Damien said.
"You left me no choice," Claire replied. She was staring at him like he was the only person in the room, like Emma didn't exist at all.
Emma grabbed his arm and tried to pull him back but he wouldn't move.
"I gave you everything," Claire continued. "I protected you. I loved you. And you chose her."
"I chose someone I actually love," Damien said. "There's a difference between obsession and love."
Claire's finger tightened on the trigger.
Emma yanked Damien backward just as the shot went off. The bullet missed him by inches and shattered the window behind them.
"Run," Damien said, pushing Emma toward the bedroom.
