Chapter 54

• A palpable tension gripped the air, a silent battle of emotions as Ariana's fate hung in the balance.
• Joseph's eyes darted between his two daughters, torn between loyalty and doubt. "I...I suppose we can give her a chance," he remarked, "We can't turn her away, not in her state," his voice gaining resolve.
• Mia's voice pierced through the air like a bitter wind. "I can't let that happen!" Her voice was filled with venom. "Not after what she did. Not after she killed Liam."