บท 188: The Skeletons VIII

20 years ago, Fresno, California

Ivan looked straight to Sam's green eyes; the shame that once was in his eyes was gone. "It was I, who sent you away." He confessed.

Her jaw dropped; she did not see that coming. And she fisted her hands in anger. 

Her brother was the one who sent her away, and she walked, Ludwig following after her. She didn't know what to say. It was all too much to handle. What would she say? To the most important man in her life, who clearly wanted nothing to do with her from the start.

"Sam," his tone was brotherly, patient, and it caused her to pause half-way before she turned to a corner.

"What I do, I do to protect you. Never doubt that." he started.

"What I do, I do to keep you safe." He added, sincerity clear on his tone and face. And the determination in his eyes spoke volumes that he would cross anyone to protect her.