Sisters in Arms

"I'm glad you've figured it out." Beatrice gently patted her best friend's shoulder. Seeing the bruises on her face, Beatrice wanted to reach out and touch it. But she quickly withdrew her hand.

"Howard hit you. You've suffered enough, it's time to get rid of him," said Beatrice.

Joanne sighed, "Look at us, aren't we the perfect pair of misfortunes? You've dealt with a cheating jerk, and I've got