A Promise He'll Never Keep
"It's fine. Just go ahead and take Isabelle home. Otherwise, you're gonna have to pick her up when we're halfway there."
Douglas was clearly taken aback, probably because he hadn't expected me to be so understanding. He lowered his head, planting a kiss on my cheek.
"You really are becoming more and more understanding, sweetheart."
I wasn't being understanding. I just couldn't be bothered to argue anymore. This was where my six years of devotion came to an end.
After stepping out of the door, I took my phone out, my hands shaking. "Mom, Dad, I've thought it through. I'll proceed with the marriage alliance with Leonard Kane."