Everleigh POV

My knees felt so weak from bending, as I tried to gawk in father's office. As soon as Dad came, Raven immediately bid for excuse and went to him. He was in a rush, his shouts for something. I always look at him in the eye because I'm really fascinated with those.

"Mr. Scott," I saw Raven scratching the back of his hands. "I was...wondering if, I could get advance payment?"

My mouth formed 'o'. I remember he is poor and having multiple jobs.

"I can be your daughter's regular body guard, I just really need money," he added.

Why do he need money? Is he saving? For...