Chapter 24

As I walk back to the car, I can feel the tears starting to blur my vision. How can things change so quickly? I had been so excited to share the news with Nathaniel and for us to take the next step in our relationship, and now he might just be reconnecting with the love of his life. I feel kind of betrayed and insignificant. I have lost all control of my life and now my future.

“Are you okay, Miss?” I can hear my driver ask as soon as I step into the car.

“Just take me home, Michael.”

I slam the door and try to calm down. I take a few deep breaths, holding in my tears. The image of Nathaniel holding Anna's hands and the way he looked at her make it clear that the connection is still there. How do I compete with a lifetime of love and memories?

I find Liza busy in the kitchen. She can see the defeat on my face as soon as I walk in.

“Back so soon?” she asks. I can see the fear in her eyes.

I throw my bag on the dining table, and I sink into the first chair I can see.

“What happened, lov