R O S A L I E
We watched as a maid led them away. As soon as they were out of earshot, I let out a breath I didn't realize I was holding.
"Well," I said, sinking onto the couch. "That was... something." I breathed out.
Axel sat down next to me, pulling me into his arms. "Are you okay?"
"I will be," I said, resting my head on his chest. "I just... I don't know why I thought this was a good idea. They're impossible."
"You wanted closure," He said, understandingly. "You wanted them to see the amazing woman you've become. There is nothing wrong with that."
"I know," I said, sighing. "But seeing them... it's like I'm that insecure teenager again. I hate that they still have this power over me. Did you see how my mother was quick to judge my dress? That’s all she ever does. Nothing is ever
