aze locked onto Iona, dissecting her. He didn't o
voice was low, flat. It wasn't a question from
thumb pressing hard into her index finger. "In return, I will play the role of Mrs. San
h. He had expected tears, demands, or a sob
or scolded. "D
"My lawyers will draft the agre
" Iona sai
e. "Fine. When you're discharged, we go to City Hall." He
not as cold as he seems. Give him time." She promis
t out a long, slow breat
in. This time, she dialed E
ed annoyed. "Look,
done,
g laugh. "Baby, don't be dramatic. I know you're
ngagement is off. My lawyer will contact you tomorrow regarding the
oice. "What the hell is that suppose
She hung up. She didn't slam the phone do
Harmon estate.
em to the Hollis house. Tell Pre
r could respond, Iona
personal cell phone. "Your forme
tions. Texts from Eric, ranging from wheedling to threa
ally across the screen. Blo
r eyes. The girl who had craved their love was
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