Chapter 20

Serenity glanced at the back of her right hand, which Amanda had stepped on earlier today. "I just bumped into something while sweeping the floor today. It's nothing serious," she causally replied, not wanting Jackson to worry. "Really?" Jackson asked as he looked into Serenity's eyes intently. "Sis, if someone bullied you, just let me know. I'll stand up for you." He would make those people pay and ensure that no one would dare mess with her in the future. Serenity's heart raced for a moment. It felt as if Jackson knew everything. "I'll protect myself," she said. "But what if you can't?" Jackson argued. 'If it really came to that, it’s not like telling Jack would make any difference.' However, Serenity didn't voice these thoughts out loud, fearing it would hurt the man's pride. "Sis... don't you like me protecting you?" Jackson posed another question, his deep inky eyes fixed on her. Serenity bit her lips and thought for a moment. "Then, when the day comes and you find your