Chapter 2 - Carter Inspects The Mysterious Second Ring On Chain
The glittering Hamptons reception fell into an absolute, breathless hush as Carter’s fingers brushed the delicate silver chain resting against Grace’s collarbone.
He carefully lifted the heavy platinum band that had remained hidden beneath her soaked emerald gown away from her skin.
“What is the meaning of this, Grace?” Carter asked softly, his piercing dark eyes locking onto her wet, trembling face.
Arthur stepped forward from the water-splashed fountain ledge, his face flushed with a mixture of drunken rage and sudden panic.
“Don't let her fool you, Carter! She’s hiding deep secrets from your family just like she hid her true background from mine!” Arthur shouted.
Carter ignored Arthur entirely, tilting the hidden platinum ring toward the warm glow of the overhead fairy lights.
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He squinted at the tiny, intricate engraving stamped along the inner rim of the mysterious band.
The color instantly drained from Carter’s face as he read the name inscribed inside the platinum ring.
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