#Chapter 309 New Friends and Old Enemies

“Dad, get the women and Mayor Pratt away from the windows,” Victor told Harry before turning to Heather. “Please take the family to the rec room to finish their meal.” Heather nodded and led the family out of the room. “Benson, can we put something against the windows in case they throw anything else?” Victor asked. The way he stayed calm and protected the most vulnerable among us was a sign of a true leader and another reason why I loved him. “I’ll check, sir,” Benson said and hurried from the room. Amy was determined to go outside and face the mob. She pulled her arm from my grasp and headed for the front door. “Amy, no,” I said as I tried to stop her from going outside. Something had set the crowd off, and they were getting far too dangerous. “I have to do something, Daisy,” Amy insisted. “Did you see the terror on those kid’s faces? They deserve safety and comfort.” “I agree,” I said. “But let the police deal with the protesters. They stepped over the line b