Chapter 180

• Asher
• I hold her all night, her story ringing through my head on repeat. I’m astounded at her strength, her ability to survive. What she endured? What she survived? It’s unbelievable. No wonder she’s as strong as she is. She had to be, but knowing that, knowing what she went through, I look down at her and wonder how she was ever able to smile again, never mind being the incredible, caring, talented person she is now.
• It makes me comprehend more than ever that this is where she is supposed to be—here, with us, so we can protect that precious heart and give her the life she deserves.