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‘Ewen got me out before he could. Then he went back and made sure he’d never hurt anyone again.’
Ruby’s eyes widened as she processed what I said before she blinked in quick succession.
‘He’s dead?’ She whispered, glancing at the door.
‘It’s okay, the staff won’t report it. His family owns half of the hospital. Ewen doesn’t just own the club. He’s part of an organised crime family.’
Ruby’s nostrils flared. ‘So you’re dating one of the guys who puts the drugs on the streets? The ones that almost ruined my life?’
‘Yes. And no. Ever since his sister Maeve took over, they largely deal in the illicit trade of medical drugs. Shipping from Europe to people who need access to medical treatment but can’t afford the pharmaceutical rates or deadlines.’
‘And you believe him?’ she asked, looking incredulous.
‘I do.’
‘Do you love him?’
‘Yes,’ I said, letting the smallest smile lift my lips.
‘Does he treat you well?’
‘He does.’
Ruby ran a finger over a whorl on the arm of the chair. ‘You’ll have to let me know how to do that.’
‘What?’
‘Love somebody. The only person I’ve ever loved is you.’
Her words pierced me, and when she moved to squeeze in beside me, I let her.
‘I’m so sorry. I’ve been a shit sister for a long time. I’m going to get a new job and pay the bills so you can finish your degree. I’ll take care of things.’
‘You don’t have to,’ I said. ‘I packed up everything and moved it to the McGowan home. You’re going to stay with Ewen and me for a bit while you find your footing.’
‘You moved in with him?’
‘We did.’
‘Damn. I guess nothing much I say can convince you to make it just you and I again?’ Ruby said.
‘No, we have a whole new family. You’ll have to get used to sharing, but they are excited to meet you.’
Ruby’s fingers slid into mine and when she gave me a smile that was almost like the ones I missed, I caved and pulled her into a hug.
‘Things will be better for us,’ I said against her hair.
‘I’m so happy for you.’ Ruby sniffed as she pulled back, her eyes watery. ‘You’re almost done with your degree, and you’ve landed yourself a guy who will kill to protect you. I’ve no idea what I’ll do with myself. The only thing I’ve ever been good at was screwing on stage. I’ve always wished I was more like you.’
My mouth hung open at her statement. She wished she was more like me?
‘I’ve always wanted to be more like you. Fun, wild, attractive. Why would you want to be like me?’
‘Are you kidding? You never let anything stop you. Despite our shitty upbringing, you went back to university and almost have your degree. I’m so insanely proud of you. Maybe I can go back to school, too?’
‘Of course you can. Although there’s no shame in working at the club if you like it.’
‘While I loved performing, I can’t do it forever. I don’t want that either.’
