"Ivy, go take a shower. I'll make us something to eat," Lila said gently, finally getting through to the shaken woman.

Ivy grabbed Lila's arm tightly, her face serious.

"Lila, don't you dare go back to that awful man!"

Lila looked down, hiding her thoughts.

She knew becoming Grant's companion was her only choice now. She had to do this to protect her father and keep Ivy safe.

She couldn't tell Ivy her real plan - to solve their problems, ensure their safety, and ...