After the Fall: A Love RenewedChapter 1
Tonight was meant to be special. Rheymond Charles, my boyfriend, was going to propose to me, as he had promised. But he never showed up .
What was even more difficult for me to accept was that I tried to contact him in various , but I couldn't get through to him at all.
Later that night, my phone buzzed.
Rheymond's childhood friend Darla Schwartz posted a new social media message.
I stared at the screen, disbelief washing over me. There she was, laughing in the snow, wrapped in Rheymond’s arms. They were at the Alps Snow Festival.
The caption read, [Snow in the Alpine wonderland and endless bliss :love: #AlpsDream #LoveFest]
The video went viral, and the comments were full of envy. Other influencers were even jealous of her dreamy life, the perfect boyfriend, and the luxurious trip.
But they did not know, it was my boyfriend she was stealing.
The moment Rheymond returned to our home, I shoved the engagement ring into his hand. I said coldly, “We are done.”
I walked out that door, leaving behind everything.
he broke down, sobbing and begging on his knees for me to stay…
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After taking a sip of my wine, which tasted more bitter than usual, I dialed Rheymond’s number again. But as expected, the call didn’t go through.
Frustrated, I decided to try his assistant.
As soon as he picked up, I asked bluntly, “Do you know where Mr. Charles is right now?”
“He’s on a business trip, Miss Hawkins,” he hesitated, his voice soft and unsure.
After listening to his answer, a sarcastic smile formed on my lips as I responded, “Oh, a business trip. How convenient. Thanks.”
I didn’t wait for his response.
Hanging up, I ordered a taxi and headed back to our Penthouse, my face blank and emotions numb.
I already knew the truth. What Darla had posted on her social media was not just for show. Rheymond had chosen to accompany her to the Alps, using a business trip as an excuse, completely forgetting the promise he made to me just days ago.
“Rheya, how about we get married next year?” Rheymond had asked, his voice filled with sincerity and conviction.
I had nearly choked on the piece of steak he had cut for me.
“Oh my God, are you that surprised?” he laughed, rubbing my back and handing me a glass of water. “Okay, maybe this wasn’t the best proposal,” he added with a playful grin.