ELLA

I smiled and said, "Yes, Dad, I have gotten back together with Lucas."

My Dad got up.

"No, I'm not having it," he said angrily as he began to walk out of the living room. I ran after him. He got into his bedroom and I quickly followed.

As he sat on the bed, I sat beside him and said, "Dad, please. I understand that you love me and want the best for me, but please don't separate Lucas and me."

My dad shook his head. "Don't you understand? I want the best for you, Ella, and it's not Lucas. ...