An Outsider Here

"Serena." Declan's deep voice cut through the thick, suffocating tension like a blade. He strode past his wife, brushing her shoulder without a second glance. He dropped to his knees on the hard entryway floor to desperately help Lyla and Leo up.

Then, he turned back. His hand shot out, sharply grabbing Serena’s arm. His grip was tight, his knuckles white against her skin. His face was dark, his