Chapter 1.

"I can protect her!" I snarl.

"And if you can't? Are you willing to risk this little girl's life because you refuse to make an honest living?"

After unfortunate events force thirteen-year-old Sterling Jensen on Roland's path, a gang leader who doesn't have the patience or time for children, they must learn to live together and the undeniable truth about themselves.

WARNING: Story contains strong language, mention of suicide, and violence. Possibly a trigger for some.

Posted September 2022
Finished November 2022