Chapter 21

Four months after I married Felix, I finally reunited with my younger siblings, whom I hadn't seen in a long time. They had grown. Their rosy faces made them look much healthier. As soon as they saw me, they rushed forward and hugged me tightly while crying uncontrollably. My brother, Richard Rowland, looked at me. His eyes were red and filled with tears. "Don't worry, Reegan. When I grow up, I'll protect you. You won't have to be afraid of anything anymore." He was only seventeen. Though his young body was still frail, he was trying to protect me. My sister, Reece Rowland, nestled against me affectionately as well. "Me too, Reegan. I'll protect you too." Dad had always used them to manipulate and control my life, but now, thanks to Felix, they were free from him. From now on, I no longer had to worry about their well-being or be afraid of losing contact with them. I wouldn't have to dread that Dad would punish them when I did not do as he said. After catching up, I brought R