Chapter 5

Anger and coldness twisted together inside me in an instant.

Madeline, you never learn, do you? Pulling a bait-and-switch on me with such a low move was unbelievable.

I took a deep breath, didn't hesitate for a second, and grabbed my phone to call Alexander.

The phone barely rang once before Alexander picked up, his deep voice barely able to contain his excitement. "Soph? Didn't you say not to call before we meet, to save the surprise for the very end?

"Why are you calling now? Are you already at the restaurant?"

Hearing the hope in his voice, my heart…