Chapter 1

On the day we were supposed to sign our marriage license at City Hall, Austin didn't show up.

When he finally picked up the phone, his voice was low and rushed. "Vivian is doing her first brand runway today. I can't leave her. We can do this another day."

I watched the couples hugging at the entrance of City Hall. My throat felt tight. "Austin, do you still want to marry me?"

Silence.

That silence on the other end of the line was more humiliating than any fight we had ever shared.

Ever since Vivian appeared in his life, I meant nothing to him anymore.

I let out a bitter laugh and tested the waters. "Then let's break up."

I didn't expect him to reply almost instantly. "Fine."

Seconds later, Vivian posted a photo on Snapchat. She was standing on the stage, wearing his designer suit jacket over her shoulders. Her eyes were red. Her caption read: So glad I have you.

I stared at our wedding rings for a very long time. Then, I threw them into the trash.

Some promises are incredibly real when they are made. But when they fall apart, that breakdown is just as real.

Austin, loving you is too exhausting. I give up.