"Emily, you're testing my patience over and over again," he warned, his voice low and commanding. "If you don't want any trouble tonight, stay close to me."
Emily glared at him, seething with anger. She knew exactly what he was doing. By insisting she stay close to him, he was challenging her decision to keep their marriage a secret. He was determined to go against her wishes, ready to expose everything.
Just as Emily was about to respond, a voice interrupted them.
"Emily," her father's voice rang out. Both Emily and Nicholas turned to see her parents standing there, their expressions clearly displeased at the sight of her with Nicholas. Nicholas moved away, allowing Emily to adjust her clothes and regain her composure.