He hurt me and my sister. I won't allow him to hurt her. I put myself between them to protect her. I love Naomi. She may be my sister, but she is my friend. My best friend. I'm 15 and she is only 8. I try to protect her from the danger our father brings.
Our father is always drunk. Throwing empty bottles of beer or wine at us. I can't keep Naomi here, in this abusive house. We need to find somewhere to go. I need to wait for my 16th birthday so I can drive on my own.
Naomi is almost 9. Her birthday is before mine. Our birthdays are about 3 days apart. I promise Naomi, I will protect you with my soul. Even if it's the last thing I do...
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Runaway Kids (Completed)
General FictionIt's not a safe feeling anymore at home. Dad is always drunk and mom is always at work. What will Calix and his little sister Naomi do? Calix's older brother, Fallon, he is eighteen, is trying to do his best to protect his siblings. Fifteen year-ol...