Maria.
I walked away from Adrien instantly, my steps quick and firm, not giving him even the slightest chance to catch up with me again.
And thankfully, for once he didn't follow.
That alone told me everything I needed to know.
He must have seen it, the seriousness in my expression and felt the finality in my voice.
I meant what I said this time, and even he could tell there would be consequences if he pushed any further.
Still, the irritation lingered.
I couldn't help but wonder…
Who exactly gave them the right to make every decision?
To decide what happens to people… what happens to me… as if my opinion didn't matter at all.
My jaw tightened as the thought of Patricia surfaced again.
That woman had made my life a living hell.
Every single moment with her had been filled with pain, humiliation, and torment, and now, when it was finally time for her to face something in return…
Adrien was talking about killing her.
