Reject Ex-Mate Who Saved Me Three Times
"Rachel, why don't you say a few birthday wishes for Ethan today? You always had the best words for special occasions."
I snapped back to reality and smiled as I agreed, lifting my own glass.
I looked directly at Ethan, seeing him pause mid-chew to give me his full attention.
"I wish you peace, happiness, smooth sailing in life, and all your dreams fulfilled."
The words carried more weight than anyone else at the table could understand. They were a benediction, a release, a final goodbye to what we'd been and could never be again.
Hearing my blessing, Ethan was stunned for a moment. His fork clattered against his plate as he set it down. Then he came back to himself and clinked glasses with