As Khalid drove to the corner, he thought about Stacy. Who would have thought she was dealing with all those feelings and emotions? He wondered exactly how she was able to cope with everything she had been through and not break. Stacy was definitely a strong woman. Khalid knew that he had earned her trust … Continue reading Excerpt Eight

When they reached the front door, Khalid stopped and looked down at Stacy. She looked as though she was shrinking into herself. Khalid lightly ran the back of his hand down her cheek. Stacy looked up at him with a weak smile. “I am okay. I will be fine.” Khalid continued to stand there and … Continue reading Excerpt Seven