Emma's POV

"Because…"

Adam swallowed. He barely opened his mouth when Amme cut him off. Interrupting people and finishing their sentences with her own conclusions was my sister's favorite habit. It annoyed most people. She couldn't care less.

She lifted a hand in front of Adam's face, stopping him from speaking.

"No. Don't tell me. I already know why. They chose us because my parents already knew the truth, and telling anyone else would cause a scandal. On top of that, it would be insulti