Marcella nodded and clasped Cooper's hand. "Daniella's right. There's no shame in doing what you love. And to those that say otherwise, well...well, to hell with them!" Marcella shivered as the crude words stumbled out of her mouth. Rarely if ever was she allowed to speak so roughly. If her parents heard her now, defending Metalhearts and speaking like a peasant...
[i]But they aren't here,[/i] Marcella silently reminded herself. She let go of Cooper and turned to the others. "Whatever jobs you get, I'll be here for you. Always. I swear on my soul."