Seeing the disappointment in Evelyn’s eyes, Ethan felt as if a giant hand had gripped his heart, the pain nearly suffocating him.

“Eve, I know that no matter what promises I make now, you won’t believe me. From now on, I’ll prove it through my actions—I will keep my word.”

But Evelyn had no intention of listening to his promises. She walked past him and left.

Ethan was about to follow her, but his phone suddenly rang in his pocket.

As soon as he answered, ...