They wanted me to be sacrificed in order to rescue our d*mned business despite the fact that I'm a family member, too!
"Alright, dad. I'll make compromises in order to rescue the business and you. I'll tie the knot with a complete stranger. Okay, I will do it for you. However, I warn you that if you continue gambling after this and our company is put at stake the other time around, our family will face a second downfall and you will be sent to prison, there won't be anyone left to save you and your crap any longer." I was harsh, but I was only staying true to my last words as I stood up and walked out the door.
"Eliana! Eliana, where are you going?! We’re still not yet done talking here—”
I marched straight out of dad's study, totally ignoring mom’s call.
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