Seraphina POV
When my mother stands to clear the table, I know the talk that has made this the most awkward dinner my family has ever shared is about to begin. Caspian threads his fingers with mine before he stands taking me with him. My brother follows his lead, and we make our way down the hall towards my father's office. I expect my parents to follow, but instead, when I look back, my mother offers me a reassuring smile. Once we step inside, Marcus closes the door.
I go to take the seat next to Caspian, but instead he pulls me onto his lap. I attempt to stand, but his hands grip my hips, keeping me in place. "My love, I need you close. I know that the minute you start to hurt or feel sad, despite what we know, Titus is going to want to make Marcus pay for hurting you," he says. I tur
