"I'll keep my promise, and you mustn't forget it, okay?"

The little boy's voice had kept ringing in her ears. However, Serenity had completely forgotten about Luke and never recognized him. By the time she did, it was too late.

With a thud, Serenity knelt on her knees. The two men were startled by her sudden action.

"What..." Jackson's eyes were incredulous. "What are you doing? Are you pleading for Lucas? I won't stop, even if you beg on your knees!"

Serenity took a deep breath and stated c