"Oh Emma, marrying into the Sterling family means you won't have a care in the world. Our whole family will thrive because of you. Your brother can attend a prestigious school, and your mother will have access to the best medical care. What's not to love about that?"
Emma Hart pulled her hand away from her grandmother and, without turning back, entered her room.
Closing the door behind Emma, she leaned against it and slowly slid down to the floor, feeling utterly abandoned by everyone.
Once Emma was in her room, her grandmother stealthily called Damian Sterling, her tone eager to please. "Mr. Sterling, Emma is at home."
"At home? Got it," he responded.
Damian Sterling, frustrated like a cheetah that has lost its prey, his narrow eyes radiating danger.
Due to constant updates to their patron, Emma's brother successfully clinched a spot at the renowned University of London.
