Ethan and Ivy’s conversation was something Jake heard from start to finish.

When Ethan revealed the truth about Ivy and his relationship, a wave of immense joy flooded Jake’s heart, but hearing the rest of their talk made him stiffen, as if a bucket of cold water had been thrown over him, from head to toe.

She was about to leave, and Jake reminded himself that he shouldn’t be in front of Ivy right now. But his feet felt like they had taken root, and he ...