ARIANA
She's totally crazy. Where on earth am I supposed to find that much money in less than a week? Elara really just wants to squeeze me dry!
But at least she finally left with her moving crew after I promised her the money she demanded as compensation for the damage I caused.
"Are you alright, my love?" Sylas walked up beside me, his voice soft with concern.
We were still standing on the porch, watching Elara and the movers drive away.
"I'm so embarrassed," I admitted to Sylas, not even bothering to hide it. "You shouldn't have seen that—my family drama."
"Why should you feel ashamed? Am I not part of your family now too? I may not have any family left, and I've never experienced family arguments, but you're my family now. So, I'll stand by you."
His words nearly brought m
