Then she gasped and buried her face in her hands. Why was he being so horrible? This wasn’t her Riley. Slowly, he released her and moved around her to the door. She felt his hand on her hair, stroking it ever so lightly. “Good bye, Sophie Malloy. I will always remember you.” Just like that, he was gone. She burst into tears, sinking down onto the floor, and sobbing. She couldn’t catch her breath for crying so hard, couldn’t imagine ever moving from that spot, couldn’t think beyond the last terrible moments. She had believed Philip loved her and had been surprised when he’d cast her off. Now, Riley. This hurt so much more. She knew why—because her whole heart loved Riley dearly, unlike the comfortable affection she’d felt for Philip. This was passion—pure, devoted love—and it seemed impossibly cruel that it was one-sided. After a few minutes, she quietened, trying to breathe deeply and evenly. Grabbing at the hem of the nearest coat, Sophie used it to wipe her face.
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