16. Baby

Cassandra Salvatore

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"I think I should go apartment hunting today."

Jules turned around from where she was making omelets. "Are you strong enough to find one today?"

I shrugged, sipping on my coffee. I couldn't sleep much last night because my body was so sore after my run-in with my father two days ago. I'd had one day to rest and since I'd already gotten a job, it would be good to find an apartment where I could bring my siblings with me. Besides, I was going to be paid weekly.

"I can't go back to that house, Jules," I whispered. It was a miracle I made it out of there alive with how enraged my father was. I was certain I wouldn't be able to sit up straight if I didn't run out in time. He loved Rafael so much because Rafael gave him money sometimes that he ended up gambling away.

Nicholas's distraction was what made my escape possible, and for once, I was grateful he was around. Thankfully, he didn't suffer the consequences of his actions. When I called Lauretta, she said he was