He Thought I Couldn't Understand That Call
"If I ever break my word, then I deserve to lose you forever. You're my angel and my whole life. Aria, without you, I'd be living in hell."
I didn't say a word as I gently eased out of his arms.
I'd be gone in three days, and the consequence he'd sworn to would finally come due.
That was when Ethan's assistant, Nathan Hayes, called from the doorway. "Mr. Grant, everything's ready."
Ethan nodded, then gave me a small, unreadable smile. "Come on. I've got a surprise for you."
He took my hand and led me out to the terrace, then suddenly covered my eyes. He leaned in and whispered in my ear, "Get ready for your surprise. Five, four, three…"