Chapter 35--Disapproval

AMBER The air around us is thick, and I struggle to breathe as Ryan’s words hit me like a large boulder. The music in the background seems to fade out and all I can hear is silence. My eyes go wide and I slowly turn my neck until my eyes are on Ryan. He does not return my gaze however, but keeps his eyes fixed on the man and woman that sits in front of him. These are his parents. The realization hits me like a slap in the face and I turn to gaze at them once again. It is only then that I can finally see the resemblance. Mr. And Mrs. Holden are impeccably dressed, with Mrs. Holden adorned in a designer outfit and jewels that sparkle in the light. Her hair is perfectly coiffed, and her makeup is flawlessly applied, giving her an air of superiority. Mr. Holden, on the other hand, is dressed in a tailored suit that fits him like a glove. He’s tall and broad-shouldered, with a chiseled jawline and piercing blue eyes that seem to bore into my soul. The way he carries himself exudes conf