Chapter 72

• Aria’s POV
• Aunt Bianca had made sure to sandwich me neatly between herself and Elena. Of course she wanted me to feel like this was some wholesome family reunion where I was welcome, but I saw right through it. The moment I sat, I realized they wanted me boxed in, stuck between them so I couldn’t leave easily.
• After the food had been served, Aunt Gloria leaned forward with an oily smile. “We haven’t seen you in years, Aria. You look… more grown now.”