“He can live here,” Jacob said, and it wasn’t an easy thing to say, even though Jacob’s love had been partial toward his sons more than his daughters.

“Thank you,” Rebecca said and then took Benjamin upstairs in a rush.

“S-She’s really taking that man to her room,” Selena’s heart raced for many reasons. “Jacob, why the hell are you just watching? That man must have tricked his daughter. Beat him and kick him out.”

“He didn’t hold her hand, Selena,” Jacob replied. “She held his hand. As long as