24 Lori

. “He was murdered in a riot inside the prison he was being held in without bond.” I sat there feeling like I had been shot. He was gone...but how...no

“You didn't?” I said softly refusing to voice my fear.

“I should have done it myself that night, but you were more important.”

“Tell me you didn’t have someone do that. Asher. Please.”

“I’m not going to sit here and lie to you.” His eyes plead at me to understand. I want to understand I do, but I had told him not to do this.

“Tell me you didn’t put Braylin in that position.” I whisper. She’s the only person I can think of who would have a contact that could kill someone even from prison. Her father's connections that she usually hates using but for friends like me I know she’d do it in a heartbeat.

“Not going to lie to you baby girl. I would take on anyone to make sure you are safe.” He pulls me closer to him. My chest pressing against his. I can feel the rub of my