Mark had held most of his strength back so he would not leave a mark on Suzie's perfect skin. But a single look at her face was enough to tell him that he failed.
A stark, crimson mark marred Suzie's otherwise flawless face, a sight that left her in shock. Her hand trembled as she reached for her cheek, her mind reeling with disbelief at what had just transpired.
Her cheek felt hot and throbbing as soon as her brother backed away. But it was Suzie's heart that was burning for real.
"Mark, what are you doing? Can't you see that Suzie is in shock, so she is taking her anger out on you? Suzie, my baby! What happened? Let me see… hissss! Who marked you? Tell me a name, and I will end that low-life."
Suzie looked at her father with gratitude for his care, but as soon as he made this treat, she quickly backed away and hid her face.