BRIANA THOMPSON
I leave the office, weaving through people, heading to the reception on autopilot.
I can't even manage a greeting to those who pass by.
The mix of anger and disappointment makes me feel awful, and knowing that my godfather is aware his son is behind this makes me feel even worse.
My godfather wants this marriage, wants me to be part of this family, wants me to carry his last name, and that's why he's allowing Denner to interfere in my professional life.
Everyone wants this.
But what would happen if they knew why I don't want it?
What would happen to Denner if I revealed to my godparents why I hate their son?
If I told them I was accused daily of being a gold-digging mistress—just some tramp after the Thompson family's money?
What would happen if I decided to tell t
