Jasper's response carried an undertone of defiance, his words laced with a simmering frustration. The soft glow of the moonlight highlighted his features as he conversed, his face alternating between expressions of irritation and suppressed anger.
Britney gritted her teeth in annoyance. She had no idea her father had given Jasper the freedom to end the relationship at any time. Her conviction that her father did not love her and was biased got stronger.
However, she controlled her growing anger, as she didn't want to anger Jasper. She took a deep breath and tried to compose herself, her voice softening as she continued.
