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LUCIA'S PLACE CONTINUED***

“This isn’t up for discussion. Your mother and I have decided to move up the date of your marriage—sooner than you think,” Mr. Landon said firmly.

“How soon?” Lucia whispered, her heart sinking.

“Lucia, baby…” Mrs. Landon gave her a sympathetic look. “You’re getting married tomorrow.”

“What?” Lucia almost screamed.

“You left us no choice, Lucia,” Mr. Landon replied, his tone void of remorse. “You’ve been engaged to Fernando since you were a child. Why would you go and get involved with your bodyguard, of all people? The boy has no status!” he added, disappointed.

“But it doesn’t matter, Dad. I love him,” Lucia cried.

“You...