Graceilla burst into Guillermo's office, her face filled with desperation and a sense of entitlement. She pleaded with her father to find a way to force Daerin into marrying her instantly, hoping to trap him in a loveless union. But Guillermo, firm in his principles, refused to entertain her demands.
"Graceilla, I cannot and will not manipulate someone into marriage," Guillermo said firmly, his voice unwavering. "Love should be based on genuine connection and mutual consent, not coercion."
Graceilla's eyes widened with disbelief and anger. She couldn't comprehend why her father wouldn't support her desires, as she had grown accustomed to getting what she wanted. Frustration overwhelmed her, and she stormed out of Guillermo's office, leaving behind a trail of resentment.
