Chapter 18 - Consequences of his actions

Emily's world was crumbling around her. She felt like she had been punched in the gut with her breath knocked out of her. She couldn't believe what Emilia had just told her. She thought back to all the times Alex's grandmother had encouraged her to pursue Alex, telling her that they would make a perfect couple. Emily had thought it was just innocent meddling, but now she realized it was all part of a larger plan. A plan to secure a marriage between Alex and Emily, regardless of Alex's true feelings. Emily felt like a pawn in a game, used to fulfill someone else's wishes. She looked at Emilia, who was watching her with a smug expression. "You're enjoying this, aren't you Emilia?" Emily spat with her anger and hurt boiling over. Emilia shrugged. "You should have stayed out of our way, my dear sister," Emilia said, her voice evident with malice. "Alex and I were meant to be together. You're just a temporary obstacle and i am going to get rid of you." Emily's eyes flashed with ange