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Emma Watson

All eyes flew to me, and though Ray was blind, he looked my way.

I was surprised at my own bravery.

"I mean, who calls his son useless?" I said to release the tension, but it had little to no effect.

"Watch your tone, girl," his father's voice cut through the air. "You are a nobody to speak to me," he added.

The faces of Lucas and Bella were still unreadable as they watched their father.

"I don't know what gutter Ray found you in, but if you try that ever again, you will return there."

His voice was calm, but his facial expressions gave meaning to his words.

"Father!" Ray hit the table loudly, making my heart skip out of my body.

"I will not have you insult my wife in the presence of everyone."

"We are done here. Let's get going, Emma. It seems we weren’t welcomed here," Ray emphasized as he stretched his hands, searching for me, then dragged me towards the door.

He really had a great sixth sense as he led me perfectly away.

"Rayian!" his grandfathe
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