C159 THEY DESERVE TO HEAR IT FROM US, AND SOON

Ethan threw on his clothes as fast as humanly possible, his hands shaking slightly as he buttoned his shirt. He leaned down and kissed Elena quickly, tasting the worry on her lips.

"I'm coming with you," Elena said, starting to get out of bed.

"No," Ethan said firmly, gently pushing her back down. "Let me handle this. My father can be... difficult when he's angry