Anna's eyes widened in shock, her face pale and stricken. "But Miguel..." she began, her voice shaking with hurt. "You're my cousin, my family. I don't understand why you're asking me to leave just because of Joanna. I'm sorry for what I did, but I was trying to protect you."
Miguel's expression hardened, his eyes still cold and unforgiving. "I appreciate your concern, Anna," he said, his voice low and controlled. "But you need to understand that what you did was not acceptable, and I cannot allow you to stay here any longer."
Anna's eyes filled with tears, her hands shaking as she took a step backward. "Please, Miguel," she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. "Don't make me leave. I'm sorry for what I did, and I won't do it again. Please, just give me a second chance."
