Chapter 26

Refusing to give up, Hendrix pleaded desperately, "Is it because you're still angry about the pain I caused? Or are you afraid Nicole might steal my attention again? That won't happen. I swear on my life. From now on, I'll love and care for no one but you—" "Stop fooling yourself," Alyssa interrupted coldly. "I don't love you anymore. This isn't about anyone else. You've drained every last drop of love I had for you. Like I said, I'm done looking back." Without a moment's hesitation, she swatted the ring from Hendrix's hand and lifted her own, proudly displaying the ring she now wore. "I've already said yes to Vincent. There's no room for anyone else between us. Let it go." Her ruthless words hit Hendrix like a hammer to the chest, crushing him under their weight. His heart felt like it was tearing at the seams, the agony threatening to overwhelm him. He took a deep breath, his whole body slumping in defeat and sorrow. "Don't… Please, don't…" Hendrix refused to let go, his voic