Evelyn nodded. “Yes.”

“Your suitor must be very wealthy. I remember that this bracelet symbolizes ‘a lifetime of love for only you.’ He must really like you.”

A faint, almost imperceptible trace of mockery flashed in Evelyn’s eyes as she placed the bracelet back into its box.

“Maybe.”

Noticing that she didn’t seem particularly happy, Mia felt a bit uneasy but didn’t press the issue. After spending some time together, Mia knew that Evelyn, despite ...