KLAIRE My heartbeat was rumbling. My eyes were moist, and I felt like crying. It's my first kiss. I've never been kissed since I've spent my entire life imprisoned to the mansion, and kissing, according to Nana Rosa, is a sacred act that should only be performed with the one you love. I don't even like this man, but is there anything I can do? Nothing. When Mr. Sanvictores raised the hem of my veil, my grip on the bouquet tightened even more. For a brief time, it looked as if the people that surround us had vanished. I was shaking with panic. I feel like I'm about to cry. I'd like to embrace Nana Rosa, as I do whenever I'm terrified of thunder in a raining nights. Nana Rosa is not here. I had no one to run to, so I waited to see what would happen next. Mr. Sanvictores' warm and large palm held my chin and lifted it so we could look at each other. I couldn’t read the emotions welling up in his eyes as our stares collided. I held my breath. His jaw tightened again before a violent
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