“...are willing to sow discord to get what you want. We won’t let you use fear or manipulation to control us anymore,” David finished, his tone steady and unwavering.
Emily's expression hardened, her carefree facade slipping into something darker. "You've got guts, I'll give you that. But ganging up on me won't work in your favor. You don’t know the lengths I’ll go to."
David took a deep breath, trying to keep his temper in check as the tension escalated. “This isn’t a threat, Emily. It’s a promise. We won't be your pawns in whatever games you’re playing. We’re trying to figure our lives out, and your involvement only complicates things.”
“Why do you think I care? I never came here to ruin your precious little family,” she shot back, the venom in her words unmistakable. “I came to warn
