Keeping 13: Boys of Tommen #2

We're supposed to feel sorry for her because of what she went through, because she's a victim too, and I know that, I truly do, but I just… I can't find it in me to feel that way."

"I don't like rugby, but I figure since it's you, I'll watch your games."

forcing a smile that looked like he was in physical pain.

"They're going to snap you up," he sniffled, wiping his eyes. "And I'll lose my best friend."

I laughed, and then quickly sobered my features when that only made him cry harder.

"I love you, lad, I'm thrilled to be back with you, but I really need to see my girlfriend."

"Do you get that? I'm totally with you, Shannon Lynch. One call, that's all you need to make, and I'll come. I won't let you down, and I won't leave you alone in this. I promise."

"It's not what I see when I look at you – it's not what I have ever seen. I only want it for you because you want it for you,"

"I'm here for Johnny the boy,"

"Not Johnny the rugby player."