Chapter 71. Knowing about Her Marriage

“How long are you staying here in LA, Matteo?” she asked at last, not wanting him to leave.

“I’m here to get you, cara. Will you come away with me?” His sudden question startled her totally.

“I can’t, Matteo. I’m not available anymore.” Matteo gave her a look of confusion.

“I didn’t get you.”

“I’m married.”

Matteo gaped at her wordlessly, his food forgotten, his face pale with shock. His worst nightmare had come true. How had he not noticed the delicate ring on her finger? His world crashed around him!

At that moment, he just wanted to end his wretched life. Of course, she had moved on, fallen in love, and married the one she loved. How could he have hoped for something else?

“I see! What’s his name?” It was all he could choke out without breaking down. He wanted to pick up his luggage and drag his wretched body away from her presence.

“Ryder Drayton O’Connell!” Amelia couldn’t meet his hurt gaze anymore. She wanted to tell hi