When the massive chandelier fell, my husband ignored our daughter’s screams to protect his ex’s child. I shielded her with my own back. After the dust cleared, my daughter wiped my tears and whispered, “Mommy, let’s leave daddy behind.” When my husband finally turned to look at us…

I didn’t even shift my weight. I simply tilted my head, raised my microphone, and let my voice ring out, crisp and devoid of all warmth.

“Security.”

Instantly, two massive, earpiece-wearing guards stepped out from the wings, blocking Dylan’s path to the stage.

Dylan froze, his jaw dropping in shock. The roses in his grip trembled. “Elena, what is the continue reading …