Asher Having just heard that Maya is here to kill my dad, definitely put a damper on our dinner plans. This was not how I envisioned tonight going. "How long will she be out?" Mom asks, looking over at Maya. "An hour, maybe more. I didn't apply much pressure," I answered, and mom nodded. I didn't want to hurt her, I just needed her out for a bit so we could figure this out. I am sure mom is feeling as confused and conflicted as I am. But my emotions are all over the show. I don't want to lose this girl, but my family's safety will always come first. "Do we know why she wants you dead?" I asked Dad. "According to Chester, she needs to avenge her father." "She mentioned she had to do something for her mom and that is why she came back. She just wouldn't tell me what and she didn't want my

