âSuch gratitude shouldnât lead to treachery! If you were going to commit the act, you should have seen it through.
Donât you see the mess weâre in now? If the Moreno family learn of your deception, do you think theyâll let you off easily?â
His expression darkened with annoyance.
âIt was my compassion that led me astray.
â
Selina retorted sharply, âYes, your compassion has cost me.
Rosalynnâs presence has eroded Brianâs trust in me.
And now, Gail is warming up to her.
It wonât be long before Rosalynn surpasses me in Gailâs eyes.
â
Panic set in for her father, the urgency clear in his tone.
âWhat should we do now? Should we find a way to eliminate her?â
For him, his daughterâs welfare was paramount.
In the past, he had gone to extraordinary lengths to secure her a prosperous future.
And now, the thought of someone jeopardizing that luxury was intolerable.
He wouldnât stand for it.
After a pause, Selinaâs heart fluttered, and she finally said, âLetâs not be hasty.
We should watch her closely first.
If she makes no move to reunite with the Moreno family, weâll drop the matter.
But if she even hints at reunionâ¦â
Her father caught on instantly, not needing her to complete the thought.
He gave a solemn nod, committing the plan to memory.
A question then crossed his mind, prompting him to ask, âYouâre not leaving again, are you?â
With a nod, Selina assured him of her stay.
Her father regarded her thoughtfully.
âYouâre not getting any younger.
Just give up on Brian.
Your godmother knows many impressive young men.
Let her introduce you to someone new.
â
He held immense pride for his daughterâs intelligence and competence.
Though her origins were modest, with the Moreno familyâs backing, she wasnât restricted to someone of Brianâs caliber; she could marry well regardless.
Selinaâs voice rose sharply.
âI donât want any of them! No man out there holds a candle to Brian.
Heâs the only one I want!â Her eyes blazed with unwavering resolve.
âButâ¦â