Chap 5: His saving Grace

12 years later...

Triston was now 18, and he was in college. He was doing his course in Business Management, and unfortunately for him, his cousins were in the same college.

Malcolm never wanted to send Triston to school or college, but the Cliff family was well known. The media keenly observed them so he could never openly abuse Triston.

The years of abuse had turned Triston into an empty shell. He had anxiety disorder and occasionally suffered from panic attacks. He had no friends whatsoever, and he preferred to be alone as it was better than being abused physically and verbally. His cousins and his friends bullied him throughout his school life, and home was even worse.

The only person who cared for Triston was Reese, whose restaurant was now quite popular. Reese had married a pretty lady Samantha who was working as a chef in his restaurant. Both Reese and Samantha managed the restaurant so well it was always filled with customers who were happy with their