With a sharp press on the gas, the car roared off, tires screeching as it disappeared into the distance.Jess had left me alone in the cold, empty underground garage.In that moment, I realized—I didn't want to let them off so easily.By the time I returned home with my hands bandaged, Jess was already waiting at the door. Her eyes were red-rimmed. The moment she saw me, she rushed forward and threw herself into my arms, holding me tightly."I'm sorry, Grayson, I'm so sorry… I was just upset about you calling the police—I lost my head for a moment."Her warm tears soaked through my shoulder as she sobbed uncontrollably."The moment I got your call, I told Sonny to take me there right away. But who knew you had already called the police? It was all just a mix-up, a misunderstanding. Please don't be mad at me, okay?"She looked at me carefully, gauging my expression. When I didn't react, she leaned into me, her voice soft and coaxing."We're about to get married… don't be angry a
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