Chapter 4

Andrew pretended not to know a thing, pulling me close and softly coaxing me, trying to make me feel better.

He said, "Baby, don't look at that. How about I fund a few fireworks workshops for you? Just for fun, nothing serious.

"I've got a big surprise set up for you tonight on that cruise ship. Honestly, you mean more to me than any fireworks show ever could."

I forced a smile, but inside, I couldn't help but let out a bitter laugh.

His words used to feel like honey.

But now, they felt like stale icing clinging to my…