Chapter 25

I was sitting in the guest room with Elowen as Brayan tucked Naomi into bed. Her tears had finally died down and she explained why she came here injured. Elowen washed her up and Brayan tucked her into bed.

I could tell he was fuming but he was trying to remain calm and gentle with the little girl but with the story she told, I knew he was fuming.

He finally stood up from the bed to leave but she caught his wrist.

"Don't go. Please"

"I have to Naomi. I need to get to the bottom of this" he said harshly and I heard her sniffles.

"I don't want to be alone" she cried.

"You're not alone sweetheart. Paisley and I will be here with you while Brayan takes care of everything" she looked at me and back to Elowen before nodding.

With one last kiss on her forehead, he left the room. Naomi pulled the covers tightly around herself. The room was silent as we waited for her to fall asleep. Elowen checked her breathing.

"She's asleep" she whispered and nodded towards the door. I stood up silently and