Maria’s POV
I glanced at my reflection one last time, nerves swirling in my stomach, my heart pounding as I took in the sight of myself. The dark-blue two-piece hugged my curves perfectly, the long-sleeved top cinched at the wrists, the front gathered with a blue-tipped rope that tied just above my chest. The matching wrap skirt sat low on my hips, teasing a glimpse of thigh with every movement.
Today was Saturday- the day Elias said he would take me out on a date.
I’d almost canceled. Especially after Lucia’s visit two nights ago. Her public declaration of war still rang in my ears, her words chipping away at my heart brick by brick. I’d expected her to be upset about the deal falling through, but I hadn’t expected… that.
This was my sister. The girl who once stood beside me in every
