Mark exhaled heavily.
"Whether you agree or not is beside the point. The Stewart family has already annulled the engagement."
"No way!" Hunter instinctively shook his head, refusing to accept the truth. "She promised to marry me once I returned."
It was unfathomable that the engagement could be canceled so abruptly. Natalie was devoted to him. Why would she ever consent to such a thing? His mind was a whirlwind of confusion, on the verge of collapse. Pressing his palms against his head, Hunter recalled their final talk in the hospital.
"We'll tie the knot as soon as you're well."
"There's no need."
Back then, Natalie's tone had been icy and firm, leaving no room for hope. Her decision to leave must have been made even then.
This realization stung more than he had imagined. Just imag
