“Where is she?” I ask, forcing my tone to remain level even as my body itches to propel forward and shove her into the wall. She shrugs. “Seemed rather eager to let me help her escape. Kind of odd for a newlywed, don’t you think?” “I don’t know, Carmen,” I say, moving toward the balcony as a shadow dances behind its doors. Never stopped you from trying, did it?” Her mouth falls shut, and she moves with me, trying to block my exit. My skin prickles when she brings her hands to my chest, disgust swirling inside my gut, making my vision blur. “I won’t let you corrupt my daughter,” she says, tears
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