Chapter 5

Lucas tried to reach for my hand, but Ethan stepped between us. Ethan said firmly, "Mr. Hart, show some respect."

Lucas demanded, "I'm Sophie's boyfriend. You have no right to keep me away from her."

I frowned at him. "Lucas, we already broke up."

Lucas stared at my expressionless face. In that moment, he finally realized I wasn't joking or throwing a tantrum.

I truly meant to end things with him.

His eyes reddened, and his voice cracked with tears. "Sophie, I don't accept this breakup. You'll always be mine."

He continued desperately, "I was wrong before. You can yell…