CHAPTER 64

ADAM’S POV

But what my uncle says next shocks me to the core.

“Our Aria is so attractive earning her a lot of suitors, including me. Now I think the competition is getting harder for you, Adam.”

My uncle's challenge feels like a dagger to my pride, especially with Aria and George watching. Their chuckles echo in my mind, amplifying my humiliation. I can feel the heat creeping up my neck and spreading across my cheeks, betraying my embarrassment. The laughter stings, a reminder of how vulnerable I am in this moment.

My fists clench involuntarily, the urge to lash out warring with the knowledge that doing so would only make things worse. My heart races, a drumbeat of anger and shame, as I struggle to maintain a semblance of composure.

“Gold diggers are very good at attracting all men.”

Having George interfering like this with derogatory statements, fuel my anger even more. However, before I open my mouth, Regis blasts George.

“If you don’t stop, I’ll speak to your father to let him kno