Randy took his eyes away from Alexander’s solemn face. He knew something about the Christopher family, so he was satisfied with Alexander’s attitude toward them.

“I’m glad that you’ve made up your decision,” Randy said softly. “But you must know even if Heather likes you as her brother, I’m not going to let anyone bully her because of you!”

“I’m not going to allow that to happen either,” Alexander said firmly.

With that, he took off one of his boxing gloves and shook ...