Aria’s pulse spiked, her lips parted but the words were stuck in her throat. Eventually, she forced out the words,

“Why would she set an engagement? Did you..” Her voice trailed off, but her eyes hinted at the fear she couldn’t finish, the fear that maybe Lucian had said yes.

His gaze cut to hers, as he threw the phone on the bed.

“Of course I didn’t.” He said, answering her unfinished question.

Her gaze lowered softly, like relief washed over her features. ...