“Some things never change, huh? I’m surprised you chose such a fitted dress.” I never know why he does this. Why he feels the need to be cruel to his only daughter. “Excuse me?” Somehow, in my embarrassment, I missed Luke leaning in to listen, his body tense, the heat roiling off him. “Luke—” “You must know. She’s not, well... built for indulging.” “I must have heard you wrong.” “Luke—” “Are you saying your daughter shouldn’t be wearing this gorgeous dress or eating cake because you are judging her body?” “Not judging, just stating the obvious.” Even Veronica is now trying to flee, trying to
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