When Love Turns to Dust
"Mr. Jones, you're engaged, remember? It's none of your business where I take my daughter. Out of our way! If you try to stop me one more time, be prepared to face the wrath of the Shaw family!"
Charles had never seen my mom so fierce and commanding. Stunned by her intensity, he instinctively stepped back. However, he quickly regained his composure, ready to step in again.
I turned away from the man holding me, locked eyes with Charles, and said each word slowly and clearly: "Good people don't get in the way. Starting today, you and I are done. No more favors, no more friendship."
My words hit Charles hard, and he wobbled, his face a mask of shock.