The first time Lily Harper spoke directly to Dante Valenti, she asked him to teach her how to become strong enough to hurt a grown man.

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Chapter 12

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Dante let out a laugh—no longer rusty or surprised, but full, bright, and ringing cleanly off the reinforced glass windows above the awakening city. He stood up, walked around the massive walnut desk, and offered his hand to the tiny girl who had saved his soul.

“We can start this afternoon, Lily,” Dante promised, gently shaking her small hand while Emma watched them with shining, joyful eyes. “Under this roof, nobody ever has to fight alone again. That is a promise that will never be broken as long as I live.”

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The first time Lily Harper spoke directly to Dante Valenti, she asked him to teach her how to become strong enough to hurt a grown man.
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