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13 Our wedding day arrived, filled with warmth and joy from our family and friends. I couldn’t stop smiling, even when I saw Rena at the back, nursing her drink but watching me. I glanced away. Jake called me over, “Time to toast, Ty.” Eliza came up beside me, whispering, “Not too much, okay? We’ll … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 13” »
12 Unexpectedly, I ran into Grant, holding a sonogram printout. He looked at me, startled, before walking over. “Tyler, help me out here. Rena’s pregnant, it’s mine. Could you let her be?” I scoffed. “Why do you think I’m in your way? With your reputation out there, do you think she’s carrying your child?” “Rena … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 12” »
11 My career was thriving, and we’d finished our wedding photos. I’d even invited friends and family, and my parents had traveled from Hillview to meet Eliza’s family. Everything was smooth, though Rena wasn’t finished with her dramatics. She made it onto the top trending list with a video, trekking up Red Oaks Chapel hill, … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 11” »
10 The next morning, Eliza woke me early, serving breakfast. Then we drove to Town Hall and were the first in line. She pulled me right in as the doors opened. Holding the marriage certificate, I felt dazed. That was fast. That evening, I got a call from an unknown number. When I picked up, … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 10” »
9 After a while, I remembered Rena wouldn’t have seen my engagement post since I’d blocked her, I got up, unblocked her, and pinned it to my Instagram. Eliza, seeing me, smiled and leaned over. “I want to post, too.” “Go for it, just don’t copy mine.” 11:53 AM
8 Back with Rena, Sammy teased her, “Tyler’s out to ruin Grant’s career. Same old Tyler; he can’t stand anyone stepping in where he doesn’t want them.” “Grant’s been calling non–stop. Aren’t you going to answer?” Another friend chimed in, “If you’re not, then block him already; it’s too much.” Rena stayed silent, finally asking, … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 8” »
7 Not long after, thanks to Rena’s connections, Grant got promoted to top reporter status. He even published a whole article about me and Rena, tampering with the comments to stir things up. The piece went viral. “Shocking! Rena Hart’s boyfriend caught cheating!” The story had all the juicy details, down to where I supposedly … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 7” »
6 That night, Jake took me out. He looked like he had something to say but was holding back. Finally, I couldn’t stand it. “What’s with the look?” Jake hesitated, took a swig of his beer, and blurted, “Ty, don’t get down over this. That girl Rena? She’s messed up.” He paused, then continued, “I … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 6” »
5 The hotel was decked out in elegant décor, and I could hear people’s voices mingling as they shared congratulations. The main event was for me. I was still in the back changing into my suit when my phone started buzzing non–stop. After I finished, I glanced at my phone–dozens of messages had flooded in. … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 5” »
4 It wasn’t even late, but I felt exhausted. Eliza noticed, gave me a look, and went out, returning with some of my “How’d you know I like these?” I asked, surprised. favorite takeout. Eliza grinned, tapping my head. “What, you’re not hungry? That’d be weird after all that.” “Rena never noticed, did she? In … Read More “Seven years together Then she got engaged to a Stranger Chapter 4” »