Chapter 69

We walk out. My body is shaking with anger.

“Wow, Alena, the fiery beast. Bloody hell. You match your hair. I’ve never seen you so angry and on fire. Remind me never to get on your bad side.” I would typically have a smart remark for him, but no, I just want to get home.

Marcus wraps his arm around me. Crying, I climb into the car. Maybe having a Mum was overrated, especially if she is like mine. Driving home, Marcus doesn’t say much, just keeps looking at me, wondering if he should. Sitting, I try to sort myself out. I don’t want to go in looking broken. I don’t want her to get to me like this.

“Are you okay Alena?” Marcus finally breaks the silence, which, in a way, I am grateful for.

“I am just angry, honestly, more angry than anything else. The fact that she is judging Jackson when she is well, her. On the plus side, I have a sister.”

Marcus grins, the look on his face teasing.

“Don’t even think about it Marcus,. You’re staying