I kiss him back but pull away quickly.

"I'm gonna go find Sophia," I tell him as I head to the bedroom. When I turn to walk in, I notice Leo's blank stare. Must be getting a mind link message.

I walk into the room and go straight to the closet, leaving him to handle whatever it is.

I quickly change into some comfortable clothes and throw on an oversized hoodie to cover up all the marks and bruises. I don't want anyone asking questions.

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