Noelle
My father walked me to my room and came inside. This is the second time since I was thirteen years old that I’ve been alone with him.
“Noelle, no matter what happens, you need to know that you are still marrying Gabriel. Do you understand me?” s**t, my chest hurts. “You are fortunate the Russo family is not calling off the wedding based on your behavior. These are very traditional families. The type that doesn’t allow their daughters a night out or have jobs. Watch yourself, Noelle, because if you don’t, I will make sure you pay for your disobedience.”
“You really couldn’t care less about us, father? You just saw a man, a much larger man than me, have his hand wrapped around my neck and your first comment is for me to marry him.”
“As I recall, you had a switchblade aimed at
