EL’S P.O.VI watched Don walk out. His boots made no sound at all.His back was straight, his shoulders squared.He didn’t look back at me or even Nana. H3 was clearly upset.The door stayed open behind him.I stood there, my chest heaving, my fists still clenched.Nana’s breathing was loud in the silence; she certainly hadn't seen us in that state for a very long time.My eyes moved to Adora; she was softer and smaller, like a bird under a blanket.Had I overreacted toward my brother?No. The word sat heavily in my chest.I didn’t think so, not at all. Not even for a second.How could he? How could he force himself on a woman like that? No matter the rules, no matter the blood debt.Adorable was not just any woman; she was my bride, and she carried my name on her.I put my ring on her finger, and that made her responsible.I expected respect from everyone, and that includes him.Cana’s bride. That’s what he called her. The name hit me like a slap.He was wrong. The marriage was a sea
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