Amelie’s POV

Are they threatening me or my whole family? How dare they! My breathing hitches, and I see red.

Stop. Breathe. Collect yourself, Ame. Everything will be OK.

“Are you OK, kitten?” Nathan asked.

“I’m fine. Dylan is here to protect us,” I stated. “Things will be alright.”

“I will protect you,” Nathan declared.

“I know you will, Nathan,” I responded. “You will protect us all.”

Nathan embraced me in a hug. The feeling of his arms around me makes me feel so safe. I believe him with all my heart that he will protect me. That he will protect our family.

“Are you sure?” Nathan breathed against my...