Book 1: Chapter 8

Gabriella had spent the whole day in her room, she had planned to starve herself but Maria had forced her to eat some grapes and food so she could take her medication. 

It didn't take long before sleep took over and she found herself dreaming about escaping the Saviano estate but this time successfully. She soon woke up groaning in pain at the sound of the room door opening slightly.

"How are you feeling Ma'am?" Maria asked stepping into the room. She had left her to get some rest in preparation for the event but looking at her puffy eyes she wasn't sure she got enough rest. 

She had tried to convince Mr. Saviano, that Miss Gabriella was still too weak to attend an event but Mr. Saviano insisted that it was either Gabriella was ready or her head would be placed on a spike. 

She did gulp at his word, gave a slight nod, and walked out of his office reminding herself not to ever go against his word again. 

"Do I have to go to this darn event?"