All Chapters of Vows at Sunset: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1

Not long after I left Dawson Corporation, Shane Dawson sent me an address and a photo of our wedding venue: a Spanish castle named Castillo de Sol.The picture showed the castle’s facade consisting of ivory limestone walls and a blazing golden dome, luxury carved into every line. Right in the center of the shot stood Tania Collins, her curls tumbling over her shoulders, a crimson gown hugging her figure.My fingers hovered over her radiant smile for two long seconds. The absurdity sank in like ice.I was the bride. This was supposed to be our wedding venue, chosen for me. Nevertheless, the star of the photo he sent wasn’t me at all. It was her, the so-called "just a friend, don’t overthink it" childhood sweetheart.After that, Shane went quiet. I knew him too well. He probably thought the wedding planner had already informed me of the change, so he simply passed along the address, just to make sure I’d know where to fly when I rescheduled my ticket.The anger sat heavy in my chest

Chapter 2

"You already have my promise to marry you. What more are you nitpicking about?" Shane snapped.Then, Tania called. His expression softened instantly, a smile spreading across his face as he walked out to answer.My words scattered into the air, unheard. "It was you who proposed first. It was because I loved you that I said yes..."In that moment, I shifted from a woman immersed in the joy of marriage to nothing more than a bystander left alone in an empty room. Even the choice of our wedding venue had nothing to do with me anymore.That night I slept at a friend’s house. Shane never once tried to contact me.The next day, after finishing my work handover, I stepped into the villa and was greeted by the sound of Tania’s laughter."During the vows, there must be rose petals drifting down from both sides. That’s what makes it romantic."Shane sat beside her, his eyes locked onto her with a tenderness I had never once received."Anything you want," he said warmly.She had his devot

Chapter 3

Tania’s eyes brimmed with tears, her voice trembling. "Shane, did I do something wrong? Lila just snapped at me so badly..."Before I could say a word, Shane’s face hardened. He turned on me with a glare. "Tania spent four months preparing that wedding dress for you. She stayed up late countless nights to coordinate with designers. And this is how you repay her? If it weren’t for her, you wouldn’t even have a dress. Apologize!"The disdain in his eyes made me want to laugh, bitter and hollow.When I had asked him about the dress, he’d brushed me off, saying not to bother him because he was busy taking Tania to Bali to "cheer her up".Of course, she was important. When she said she was heartbroken, he spent the whole night consoling her. On my birthday, he rented out a theater to watch a romantic movie with her. When I collapsed with a fever from overwork, he told me to drink more warm water and immediately turned to rush Tania to a private hospital for a tiny scrape.This was my w

Chapter 4

"Honestly, Tania and Shane are a much better match."I glanced down at the teal gown I wore. I wasn’t a goddess, not by any stretch, but Shane used to call me beautiful all the time. He used to tuck the stray strands of hair behind my ear with tender hands.Across the room, Tania pouted playfully. "Uncle, don’t say things like that in front of Lila. She’ll feel hurt."Mr. and Mrs. Dawson chuckled under their breath.At last, Shane looked at me, but his expression was one of annoyance. "My parents watched Tania grow up. Can’t you stop being so petty? Why take offense at harmless words? No wonder my mom says upbringing matters most. You grew up with your grandmother and didn’t move to the city until you were eighteen. You really don’t have a shred of proper upbringing."My brows knitted, disbelief burning through me. "Shane, you know how much Grandma Mae cared for you. Don’t you think words like that would break her heart?"For a flicker of a second, guilt shadowed his face. Still,

Chapter 5

"Shane, you know better than anyone what that means to me!"It was the last keepsake Grandma Mae had left me, apart from the old courtyard.For a split second, his eyes flickered with hesitation, but then his face hardened. "You’re mistaken. That’s not your grandmother’s diamond.""I’m not mistaken!" My voice shook with fury. "It was always kept with the gold bracelet, which was also hers.""We're at the family lunch. Don’t embarrass me. Go home now."I stared at him in disbelief. Tears spilled down my cheeks, and for the first time, Shane faltered. I had endured so many times when he put Tania before me without shedding a tear, but now, my crying unsettled him.Just as he reached out a hand, Tania burst into tears. "Lila, I only said it looked pretty, so Shane gave it to me. Please, don’t be angry with him...""Tania," Shane said quickly, frowning. "I gave it to you willingly. Don’t blame yourself."He bent down, tenderly wiping away her tears. His words struck me like thunder

Chapter 6

The afternoon of the wedding, the Spanish air hung heavy and stifling.When everyone arrived at Castillo de Sol, excitement buzzed through the guests. They wandered the grounds, snapping pictures. Even Mr. and Mrs. Dawson beamed, pulling Tania close for countless photos.Only Shane frowned at his phone, staring at the empty thread.A few days ago, he had sent me the castle’s address, along with the selfie he’d taken with Tania in front of it. I hadn’t replied.Yesterday morning, he had texted me to apologize to Tania and said he’d take her to the family lunch first, but I hadn’t replied.Even last night, when he’d sent three messages claiming Tania had forgiven me, I hadn’t replied.The more he scrolled, the more unsettled he felt. Finally, he flicked upward, scanning our history.Every message on that screen came from me."Which of these three gowns do you like best?""There are so many candy favors. I can’t decide. When will you come home and help me choose?""Shane, are yo

Chapter 7

The call connected quickly. Shane rattled off my ID number, asking for my arrival time and airport.After half a minute, the agent replied, "Mr. Dawson, Miss Quinn didn’t change her destination. She changed her departure time. Instead of leaving last night, she flew yesterday afternoon. She already landed on Coral Haven at eight o’clock last night."Shane’s eyes widened. Before he could explode, Mark rushed up. "Mr. Dawson, Finance just flagged a transfer from Miss Quinn."The note on the payment read: "Money returned. Engagement void."The last time I had returned to Grandma Mae’s courtyard was six months ago.Back then, Shane had just proposed. We’d flown down in excitement, kneeling three times before her portrait. He had folded his hands, murmuring endless words to her spirit, "Grandma Mae, please bless Lila with health. Don’t let her overwork herself."Grandma Mae, in six months, we’ll come back. You’ll see with your own eyes as she walks down the aisle. Please, don’t forget

Chapter 8

On the other side of Spain, Shane’s expression was so stormy that no one dared approach. Even his parents, who tried several times to calm him, retreated under the crushing weight of his fury.Tania twisted her fingers, staring at him as he dialed number after number, desperate. At last, she forced herself forward. "Shane, don’t worry. I haven’t known Lila long, but I don’t think she’s unreasonable. She’s probably just upset. There’s still an hour left."Once, no matter what she said, he would drop everything to respond. Now, he didn’t even look at her. He only kept redialing, calling every mutual friend he could think of.Ten more minutes passed. Still, no one could reach me.The red exclamation mark flashing on his chat made his fist clench. He spun, roaring, "When the hell are we taking off? I need to get to Coral Haven now!"Just then, Mark came running, phone still in hand. His face went pale when his eyes flicked toward Tania."Mr. Dawson, the thing is—""Say it! Or pack y

Chapter 9

At Castillo de Sol, Tania’s face blanched as if she were suffocating. "Shane, you’ve lost your mind! Let me go!"Before the red gown could be stripped away, a ripple went through the crowd. Someone had spotted breaking news. Murmurs exploded until Mark shoved a phone into Shane’s hands.A headline blazed across the screen:"Lane Group Announcement: Congratulations to CEO Ryan Lane, who, after years of devotion, has finally wed Miss Lila Quinn, his love of ten years. The couple is now officially married."Beneath it was a photograph of their marriage certificate, dated that very day.Ryan and Lila were officially husband and wife.Shane’s legs buckled. He collapsed backward, stiff and unyielding, like a man struck down by lightning.…'Nightmare, dream, self-deception—they all dissolve in a single instant of clarity.'Two days after the wedding, I woke up beside Ryan with those words echoing in my mind.This was the same room where I’d lived with Grandma Mae as a child. Back t

Chapter 10

Ryan’s arm slid around me, his expression shining with unrestrained triumph. "If not for Lila, I’d never have considered you a brother."Shane spat through clenched teeth. He jabbed a finger toward me. "He’s coveted you all along! How could you marry him?"He turned back to me, desperate. "Listen, I left Tania in Spain. She’ll never make it back home. I avenged you! Lila, it’s not too late. Divorce him. Marry me instead. Don’t you remember? We swore before Grandma Mae’s portrait!"His shamelessness made me laugh coldly. "And who forgot that vow first, Shane? Who gave Grandma’s heirlooms away? Who made me suffer again and again for her sake? You say you avenged me, but weren’t you the one who betrayed me from the start?"I drew in a steady breath. "Since you should know the truth: the Quinn family business has already recovered. I told you I’d return everything because I loved you, not because of the Quinns. But you—" My voice hardened as I finished, "You wasted that love."His fac

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