I retracted my hands and started packing the first aid box.
“Ignoring me won’t change the reality, Emmaline.”
I glanced up, “Elena is pregnant.” Something flickered in Aiden’s eyes. “That’s the reality.”
I stood but he grabbed my wrist.
“About Elena,” Aiden stood, wincing. “You deserve to know the truth.”
I yanked my wrist. “My fiance is waiting inside, Mr. Wood.”
I bit inside my cheek to stop my bottom lip from quivering. “I don’t want to dig into the past. Whatever you were, are — is— I.” I stepped closer. “Don’t. Care.”
I was already walking away before he could stop me, my eyes stinging with my fresh tears.
Once I was far enough, I wrapped my arms around my stomach, trying to squeeze the knots away.
“Emmaline?”
I turned to see Fer.
“Gosh, I’ve searched everywhere!” He
