nally said, his voice tight. But

ion softening instantly. "Don't you worry, dear. We all know you're the one who truly de

sake. It was a strategic move. He didn't want his mother to alienate Bella, not when she was so close to securin

need... I need to go to my room," I whispered, my voice barely audible

e do you think you're going?" she hissed, her sweet facade gone, replaced

my uninjured hand flailing for something to grab onto. My fingers brushed against

sound of shock. "Oh my god!

floor, surrounded by the shattered remains of the vase, and Bel

nger at me. "I was just trying to talk to her, and sh

outrage. "That was a weddi

and. "Are you okay? Did she hurt you?" he asked, his voice soft and soothing. He promised to buy her a hundred

. My pain, my humiliat

o him. "Ethan," I pleaded, my voi