_Noah’s Pov_

Benjamin stopping by my house was so unnecessary. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate him. I just hate the fact that he aligned himself with our father, knowing fully that he was the reason behind the family breaking up.

He was the reason behind the pain seen in my mother's eyes, and he was the reason behind the forceful alliance I had with Maria.

Yes, our wedding was a month away, but the fact that Maria was taking things seriously was not ...