Chapter 1004

For three years, the deepest wound Jonah carried wasn't physical—it was the pain in his heart. He had believed that Hailey had abandoned him. But now, he finally understood the truth. She never had. "So, you and Ewan were never really involved?" Jonah questioned. Hailey smiled. "Did you really think I was with him?" Jonah nodded. "Well… setting aside his character, Ewan's not a bad catch. He's handsome and a successful heir. Plus, you were once engaged to him. How was I supposed to know you wouldn't fall for him?" Hailey heard the jealousy in his voice and decided to tease him a bit. "Well, when you put it that way, Ewan does sound pretty great. Many heiresses and socialites actually admire him. As for me and him—" Before she could finish, Jonah quickly reached out and covered her mouth. "Hailey, don't say another word!" He couldn't bear to hear any more. Hailey gently pulled his hand away. Bathed in the soft glow of the lamp, her almond-shaped eyes sparkled brightly. "No, I wa