Five Years of Secret Love, He Married My Best Friend Chapter 06

Five Years of Secret Love, He Married My Best Friend Chapter 06

“No! Absolutely not!”

Before I could open my mouth, Maddie was already frantic. Near tears. Clinging to Connor’s arm.

“I’m Connor’s girlfriend. We’ve been together in Chicago the whole time!”

Connor felt Maddie’s trembling hands.

His eyes cut to me. Standing in the bridesmaid spot. Watching cold.

Something raw and torn flashed behind his eyes. His lips parted.

He said nothing.

I looked at that coward.

The moment I’d thrown that Polaroid in the trash, I’d stopped waiting. Stopped hoping he’d act like a real man.

Step up. Take the hit. Stand in front of me without flinching.

I laughed. Soundless.

In front of every stunned face, I lifted my hem. Walked toward Harrison.

I slipped my arm through his. Easy. Natural.

“Everyone, don’t misunderstand. Maddie’s right. She’s Connor’s girlfriend. Today’s leading lady.”

“And I…”

I tilted my head up. Looked at Harrison’s clenched jaw.

“I’m Harrison’s girlfriend.”

I turned. Faced my mom at the head table. Face full of apology.

“Mom, I’m sorry. We had a huge fight in Chicago. I was furious. Made up that story about the car crash. He’s actually perfectly alive. Just has a bit of a temper.”

Connor watched me. Watched my arm hooked through Harrison’s.

His eyes went red.

“Harper. Do you even hear what you’re saying?!”