Ruby's POV

The moment I stepped past Austin, my heart gave a small, painful twist. I didn’t even dare look at him. All I wanted was to reach Mr. Anderson and get this over with.

When I finally stopped in front of him, I forced a polite smile and tried to breathe. “Mr. Anderson, thank you for coming.”

He nodded, expression serious. “Ruby,” he said, glancing between me and John, “there are rumors spreading about your marriage. Are they true?”

My throat tightened. This was my ...