ARIA
I was more than pissed. My chest heaved with frustration as I paced across the room.
Why would Axel just chase me off without a solid reason? One moment I was trying to help wanting to host, to shape things, to even help him if he would let me, and the next he was lashing out, acting as if my being Richard’s ex was the greatest crime in the world.
“Whatever,” I muttered, watching him storm off.“I am not leaving.”
I tried to stay put, but my anger boiled over. My fists clenched, my jaw tight, until finally I stormed out after him.
“Hey… hey, Lady Aria… where are you going?” a voice called, making me stop abruptly.
I turned sharply and found Aunt Diane staring at me, her hands nervously wringing the edge of her apron.
“My name is Aria. Don’t add any titles!” I snapped, my tone h
