Seven
Tanner
Kylie cowers on the floor, her eyes focused on her white tennis shoes. She’s shivering, from fear or anger, I’m not sure which. I run my hands down her arms until she looks at me. She takes a while. I can imagine she’s not my biggest fan right now.
“Kylie, are you okay?”
She nods. “Yeah.”
“Don’t coddle her.” Careena scoffs. “It’s not a big deal. I didn’t even touch her.”
I help Kylie to her feet and she shrugs out of my hold. Instead of following, I whirl on my sister. “Car, that was uncalled for.”
“In this case, I have to agree with Tanner.” Duke receives a glare from Careena. The music teacher swallows and backs away. “I think I’ll sit this one out.”
“What are you doing with her?” Careena’s black brows wiggle together. “Oh, gosh. Don’t tell me you’re dating.”
“What?
