Veronica blinked in exaggerated surprise, her lips curling into a mock pout. "Edward, really? You're going to be like that? After everything we shared last night? Why are you treating this way? We're going to get married for God's sake!" The words felt like a slap, and Edward gritted his teeth. He had already said it once, but he needed to make it clear—loud and clear—so there was no room for misunderstanding. "I don't want you. And I am never ever going to marry you, Veronica. I don't want you here. You're not welcome here. I never want to see you anywhere around me. Now get up and get the hell out." For a moment, there was silence. Veronica's face darkened, and she glared at him, the facade of sweetness crumbling. Her eyes were glassy with tears of anger and indignation tha

