Chapter 1

Chapter 1

The hotel banquet hall sparkles under the brilliant glow of crystal chandeliers. Guests clink their glasses, celebrating the meticulously planned engagement party.

“Mr. Evan Clarke, do you take Miss Tara Dennis-”

Before the emcee can finish, a sharp ringtone interrupts.

Evan pulls out his phone. The moment he answers, a woman’s frantic sobs echo through the receiver. “Evan, I… I was in a car accident. It hurts so much. I’m so scared.”

Evan’s face drains of color. “Jade, calm down. I’m on my way.”

“But your engagement…”