The concern etched on her face was my undoing. I felt the dam break, and I threw myself into her arms, sobbing uncontrollably. The weight of my sorrow and frustration poured out in racking sobs.

Amelia's arms wrapped around me, holding me close as she stroked my hair. "Shh, it's okay, I'm here," she whispered. "Did Orion hurt you? Or did someone threaten you into choosing Jayden?" Her voice was a soothing balm, but her words were laced with a hint of steel.

I pulled back from the hug, my eyes ...