Chapter 78
Emma’s POV
I didn’t turn around. “I have nothing at all to say to you, or Noel,” I replied.
“I’m your father, Emma. You can’t just ignore me like this,” Halton’s voice rose; his displeasure at my ignoring him was evident.
“That’s incorrect, you’re no longer my father. You haven’t been a father to me my entire life. You always chose whatever Joan wanted you to do. It was easier on you to do that, right? Always keeping the peace. It was fine for me to be hurt, because that was easier for you. So why change now? Just keep Joan happy while you still can. She’s already got one foot out the door. One day, very soon, you’ll discover how big a mistake you made. The precious family you always defended and cherished, the ones you value and hold so dear, are going to leave you high an
