"You will not be seen with me. Ever. Again," Thomas says in a calm but commanding tone. "Do you understand me? We're done. Go find a good man."

He can’t look away from your eyes. "Get married. Have a little family of your own. Live an honest, legitimate life."

Tommy pauses and takes a drag of his cigarette, finally averting his gaze.

"I will not stand and watch as you take another bullet meant for me." His voice come in a low but determined growl. "Never again."