The One You Dismissed Became The One You Can't Have

Synopsis

I was just about to confess my feelings to Nathan Sterling when he shoved his best friend, Ryan Bennett, my way instead. Nathan was slouched back, cigarette hanging between his fingers, head tilted lazily, looking bored and totally unconcerned. Nathan said, "He's a good catch. Suits you." I looked over. Ryan was seriously good-looking. He had broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and long legs; just standing there, he was the definition of gorgeous. I went along with it, smiling, and from then on, I stopped chasing after Nathan. Later, when news got out that Ryan and I were about to tie the knot, Nathan showed up at my door like a madman. Nathan said, "Vera, I was wrong. Please... don't marry him." I just smiled, shook my head, and peeled his fingers off mine one by one. "No."