He turned back to his family, his expression resolute. “Selene is the woman I’ve chosen,” Leo said, his voice firm. “If you can’t accept that, then we’ll leave, but I won’t allow anyone to disrespect her. Not even you, Clara.”Clara’s eyes flickered with something—anger, maybe, or resentment—but she didn’t respond. Instead, she turned and walked away, disappearing into the mansion. Leo’s parents exchanged a glance before his mother finally spoke.“You can stay here for the night,” she said, her tone a bit warmer than before, though still guarded. “It’s getting late, and the weather isn’t ideal for traveling.”I looked out the window, realizing for the first time that it had started to rain. Heavy drops pounded against the glass, the sky dark and stormy. I hadn’t noticed the change in the weather, too wrapped up in the tension of the moment.“Thank you,” Leo replied, giving his mother a small nod. “We appreciate it.”His father stepped forward, his gaze softening as he looked at Leo. “
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