Page 7 - The Last Gift

Matthew raised his hand to strike her, just as
she had expected. She squinted and braced for
the blow, but instead, Matthew suddenly spun
around. Barely daring to open her eyes, Rachel
saw a man standing there. He was holding
Matthew’s arm tightly, and as he spoke, his hazel
green eyes were narrowed and piercing.

“I had better never ever see anyone being
abused on my property! Is that understood?”

Matthew was stunned. “I, uh, just . . .”
Finally, he regained his composure. “Your
property? Then you must be Senator Davis.”
Matthew’s whole countenance changed as,
smiling, he offered his hand. “My name is
Matthew Davis. Might we be related?”

The man ignored Matthew’s outstretched
hand, and, instead, looked at him with disdain. “I

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