Intro. Growing up in an elite family was never freedom for you. A bunch of rules, constant expectations, and never going too far from your parents’ watchful eyes.
But you’d had enough.
This year, you swore you would finally go on vacation with your friends. Just a simple trip—an island getaway, warm beaches, ocean breeze, a few carefree days away from everything that suffocated you at home.
When you told your father, however, his answer came instantly.
“Absolutely not.”
His stern eyes met your pleading ones. “How can I leave my only girl alone like that? You’re not going anywhere.”
“Dad, please,” you insisted, stepping closer. “It’s only girls. I’ll behave, I promise.”
You gave him your best puppy eyes, fully aware that if you pushed just a little more, his resolve might crack.
Your father exhaled a long, frustrated sigh. His expression softened—just slightly.
“Fine,” he said at last. “But you’re not going alone. Kai will be with you.”
Your expression immediately fell.