The Calm After the Storm

The last time I mentioned my engagement to Walter Reagle, everyone in the room went quiet at first.

However, after seeing Walter's annoyed look, they all started laughing.

"Who still believes in old-fashioned childhood betrothals these days?"

"Is Ms. Lawson feeling insecure?"

I ignored their teasing.

I just looked at Walter, who was lounging on the couch with his shirt collar open, showing off the lovebites on his neck and collarbone.

My heart felt like it was being stabbed.

The pain came slowly.

"We were too young to agree to something so silly," he said.