Every gaze in the room turned toward the entrance. Even Ethan's raised hand froze in midair.
Moments ago, I had been calm and untouchable. Now, I couldn't bring myself to turn around.
It was my mother, Margaret Reed, and my brother, Julian Reed.
They had come in person to take me home.
Julian vaulted onto the stage in one swift move and kicked Ethan back nearly 10 feet.
"Damn it. You scumbag. You still want to kill Sophia? I'm going to teach you exactly what happens when you hurt her."
As he spoke, Julian stepped forward, grabbed Ethan by the collar, and punched him hard.
I called Julian's name and started forward to stop him.
It wasn't because I couldn't bear to see Ethan get beaten. I simply didn't want Julian dirtying his hands on trash like him.
The next second, a voice came f
