Protectivejade Stories

Beneath the bright lights and upbeat music of the school's "Cowwow" Luau, Tori Vega is fighting a silent battle. While her classmates celebrate, Tori is focused on one thing: keeping her bruises hidden and her long sleeves in place. For years, she has been the target of her mother's alcohol-fueled rage, a secret she has guarded with practiced smiles and careful distance. However, her mask is starting to slip. Beck and Jade, who have always been more perceptive than most, quickly notice Tori's flinching and erratic behavior. As the night unfolds, a close call nearly exposes the truth, forcing Beck and Jade to realize that Tori isn't just "having a bad day"-she's in danger. Beck is determined to break through her walls, but as Tori's fear of her mother clashes with her need for help, he must figure out how to save her before she retreats back into the shadows for good.