Aria’s POV
I turned to see her gasping in shock. Neither of us expected it. It was a reflex, something I wouldn't have done if it hadn't escalated this far. I mean, who wants trouble with someone like Veronica, the mafia princess? Nah.
“How dare you?” she exclaimed, holding her cheeks.
I didn't reply, unsure of what to say at that moment. I just stared at her, my mind blank.
“Are you deaf or something?” she shouted.
“What do you want me to say? That I'm sorry? Well, I can't apologize. I did what I did, and nothing can change that,” I retorted loudly.
“You dare slap me?” she seethed, advancing towards me.
“Yes, I did,” I responded. “And what do you plan to do about it?” I paused.
“See, I believe we all have the right to say whatever we want. I let you say your piece. But pulling my
