Chapter 54 -No!

• My mother sighed, stepping closer as if to bridge the gap between us. “Shimma, please. Your father and I are just trying to protect you. You’re too young to be involved with someone like Mattias.”
• I felt my chest tighten at the mention of his name. “You don’t understand! It’s not about age; it’s about how I feel. I love him!”
• Her eyes widened in shock. “Love? You’re infatuated, sweetie. This isn’t real love; it’s a crush. You’ll see that once you’re away from him.”