Chapter 93

Shirley bit her lip, a wave of unease rising in her chest. It felt like she was losing control over someone she had always thought was firmly in her grasp. That thought alone was enough to make her panic. She quickly smoothed her emotions, wiping at her tear-streaked face, and looked up at Carlisle with red-rimmed eyes. "If the Zachman family really can't accept me and Ivy, then I don't want to make things harder for you. Maybe it's best if we just let Ivy's engagement with Wren go. Tomorrow, I'll pack up and leave with her. We won't ever come back." With that, Shirley stood abruptly and made her way toward the door. Carlisle, who was growing increasingly irritated by her tears, suddenly froze at her words. As he watched her walk away, he panicked and quickly strode after her, grabbing her arm and pulling her into his chest. "You're not going anywhere. Not without my say-so," he said firmly, holding her close. Shirley struggled against his grip, her voice rising. "What's the poi