I pulled my card out, swiped it over the machine, and then input my pin. I had plenty of money left over from my inheritance, but I was looking forward to my first pay from the new job, so I didn't have to dip into my savings. But I figured now and again wouldn't be such a bad idea, especially for my girls.

I collected the bagged items for Amanda and followed her out of the store. A few of the men nearby gave me nods of approval secretively while their partners weren't looking.

I was one lucky son-of-a-bitch.

The next stop on our trip was another clothing store; only...