-Corrine-

What the hell?

“I don’t think—“

“I agree,” Dad interjected. “Someone has to protect Corrine while she’s in Golden Valley.” Then Dad turned to me. “If you want to continue your studies, you have to accept this decision, Corrine. It’s the best path we can offer you.”

“What if I refuse?” I asked.

“Then there will be no more studies. You have to leave Golden Valley and come back here.”

“Training to be a warrior isn’t a bad idea,” Mom added. “You have talent, dear. Like Trevor.”

My jaw clenched, and my eyes shot a sharp look at Jerome. How dare he smile at me after the suggestion he...