BEATRICE I woke up the next morning as the sun snuck in through my open windows. Letting out a sigh, I couldn't stop thinking about what Cynthia told me and what happened between us. My heart was aching, to think she had suffered so much as a kid and now that we don't need to hide ourselves, I had to do everything in my power to be there for her and protect her. I heard the door knock… "Come in!" I called and Lupe walked in, apologizing for coming in so early. "Your father needs you in his study. He says it's urgent," she said before bowing and walking out. Urgent meant trouble, so I got out of the bed, took a quick shower and got dressed, wearing a casual black tank top with some faded shorts and sneakers. Pulling my hair up in a messy bun, I headed out of my roo