pen. As they walked home, Shayla tried to gather her thoughts and prepare herself for the conversation that was to come. She knew that it wouldn't be easy, but she was determined to get
aine's expression changed, his eyes flashing with anger. "You're overreacting," he said, his voice tight. "I'm just trying to protect you." Shayla shook her head, feeling a sense of frustration. "Protect me from what?" she asked, her voice firm. "I'm a grown woman, Jermaine. I can take care of myself." Jermaine's face darkened, his eyes blazing with anger. "You don't understand," h