Emma's POV.
I had to squint my eyes against the bright sunlight streaming in through the open curtains.
I pulled the covers up over my head, and closed my eyes again. A second later they were pulled away again, and my eyes hurt as the bright light hit them.
"Come on, my love. It's time to get up. We have a lot to do today."
Joseph smiled at me as he took my hands in his and lifted me out of bed. His expression reminded me of a child on Christmas morning.
I groaned, but complied none the less. Today was my birthday. I didn't feel like celebrating at all, but Joseph insisted on throwing me a massive party.
"Your life is something to celebrate, my love." Was all he said when I contested, and told him that there was no reason to celebrate this year.
My parents couldn't be here. I had n
