She deserves to make her own choices without your interference.”
Vivian’s eyes narrowed, and David could feel the tilt of power shifting as Lena stood firm, her expression resolute. “No one is asking you to approve of our relationship, Aunt Vivian,” Lena said, her voice steady. “But constantly pushing David away only complicates things for me, for him, and most importantly, for Chris.”
“That’s not how it works,” Vivian shot back, her frustration evident. “You could do so much better than him! Just think about what Jason could provide—someone who respects you instead of breaking your trust time and time again.”
David clenched his fists, anger simmering beneath the surface. “You have no idea what Lena and I have been through, nor do you understand how hard I’ve been working to change. Thi
