Chapter 4

The cops gave me a ride home.

The moment I walked through the door, I saw my brothers standing before Mom, head down.

Kit and the others choked out, "We're sorry, Mom. We didn't protect Michelle. We'll bring her back, we swear." Mom had collapsed on the floor, crying so hard she looked completely drained.

"Don't be sad, Godmother. If Michelle doesn't come back, you still have me. I'll take care of you," Tammy said, but before she could finish, Shirley kicked her across the room. "You little bitch, how dare you curse Michelle? See if I don't beat you…