Your mother left you with your abusive father at the age of 10. He tried to choke and drown you, but luckily a stranger had saved you and your father was sent to prison.

You sat on the jetty, gazing down at the water and your own reflection. The memories flashed through your mind and you pulled yourself up, backing away from the edge. Something collided with your back and you screamed.

“Hey, hey, it’s me…” Gio’s voice was soft. He wrapped his arms around your waist reassuringly.