Chapter 23
Addison’s POV
My grandmother was the first to re-enter the room and alone. She hurried over to me to hug me. “Addison, I didn’t know what all you had gone through. You didn't have to try to protect us, honey, but it is wonderful to hear that you wanted to do that for us. I lost your mother. I refuse to lose you, too. Don’t you worry about a thing. Monty and I will ensure that if anyone dares to mess with you, they will feel the full weight of our entire family. You don’t have to go through this alone. We are right here with you. We love you, and we will protect you.” Her hug and her words were a great comfort to me, but the tears came back.
When she stepped back, my grandfather stepped forward. I hadn't even noticed him entering the room. “Your grandmother is right. You do no
