Aria's POV

"Is that too much to ask?"

"This is like the modern world. Families aren't supposed to decide..."

"Miss Bennett, for goodness' sake! Just accept the deal and let us proceed with the signing."

I scoffed. "I'm not signing anything. And I'm certainly not going to accept that stupid offer." I turned away but then Mrs Sadie blocked my way.

"You think you have a say in this." She smiled sinisterly. "Your father has already agreed to the terms."

No. No.

"He wouldn't..." I muttered, ...