224 Mine forever

Alan's lips were pursed to thin line glaring Jeremy who was reading the contract cancellation papers.

"I'm engaged." 

He actually wanted to say, 'I'm married.'

His cold tone poured a bucket of icy cold water on the wishes of Jeremy and on the hopes of Monroe.

The wealthy families froze looking at Alan's ring and his nonchalance. 

The media wanted to ask about his fiancee and many more questions but they couldn't due to their distance.

Monroe saw Aria talking with Noah without bothering about what was going on. She boldly went ahead and held her hand but found no ring.

Many's expressions changed seeing what was unfolding. Aria frowned seeing her grab her hand and Monroe wasn't smooth at all.

"Is Alan engaged to the girl from the previous day?"

Aria promptly responded to the question, "Yep."

Then Monroe walked out.