Chapter 19 My Best Interests

  ANNA'S POV

  Maria suddenly pressed the brake of the car which startled me as my heart skipped a lot of beats.

  "He did what?!" she yelled.

  "Maria, you almost killed us right now. What the hell were you thinking!" I yelled at her as well.

  I could tell she was feeling a mix of emotions, and I didn't know how she would react. I just hoped that she wouldn't be too angry with me.

  "Please calm down," I said, trying to keep my voice steady. "I know it's a lot to process, but I just wanted to be honest with you."

  "I know, but this is... this is..." she trailed off, unable to find the words to express how she was feeling. "Do you even know what you're getting into?" she asked, finally finding her voice.

  I shook my head.

  "I didn't tell him yes yet, Maria. I told him no."