My Future, Not My Past
I looked at this girl—the same one who used to tremble in the corner of the kitchen—now holding her head high, showing her true colors to the only person who'd ever helped her.
I let out a small laugh. "Hope you can stay their little princess forever."
"Oh, and—take a look around. See where you are. Talk to me like that again, and I can make things ugly for you too."
I spotted Zane walking into the ballroom, heading my way. I turned and went to meet him.
On stage, the host finished his speech.
Over at the food area, Nico was feeding Daisy something. Arlo was gently tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. Rhett was holding up a glass of juice, asking if she was thirsty.