Jake Intervened_2

Tears welled up in Emily's eyes, but she held them back. "I'm stating that I will not allow you to control my choices. I will not allow you to undercut my efforts unduly. It's okay if it leads to a rift between us." 

It's not like they have something remarkable. The only thing that separated them was contract after contract and an agreement to form friendships with benefits.

Emily may be reckless about this. Her family is the most important thing to her, and she would ensure their future once she is gone.

Jake would not understand since he is unaware she has a limited life expectancy.

The final words lingered thick in the air. Jake started to answer, but their family patriarch, Grandfather Moore, entered through the door.

He immediately demanded attention, and Emily and Jake turned to face him.