Jason’s POVI rubbed the bridge of my nose with two fingers, exhaling slowly. My temples had begun to throb again, that dull ache that usually came whenever my mother pressed too hard on a subject I had already given my answer to.“Jason, I will not accept it,” she declared for the third time tonight, her tone sharp but trembling ever so slightly. “You cannot bring that girl with you overseas. It is unwise, irresponsible, and frankly, beneath the dignity of this family.”Her voice filled the room like a bitter perfume, suffocating, leaving no corner untouched. I leaned back into the armchair, legs stretched forward, my hand drumming against the polished wooden handle.“She is not just ‘that girl,’ Mother.” My reply was quieter, but steady. “Her name is Anna.”Mother’s eyes narrowed, her hands folding tightly in front of her chest. She stood near the fireplace, its warm glow throwing her shadow long across the wall. Even at her age, she carried herself with the same elegance and author
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