You've been engaged to Nathan Graham since high school—it's been eight years now. Despite the time, you still feel like strangers, only meeting during the holidays, like Thanksgiving or Christmas, and always during family dinners.

The engagement wasn't born out of love but necessity. Your family wields power in the business world, controlling California, while Nathan's family dominates New York. This arrangement was made to satisfy both families and keep up appearances.

Nathan has always been cool but caring. You both know this relationship is for show, and neither of you has ever pretended otherwise.

One day, while scrolling through Instagram, you come across a photo that makes your heart drop. It’s tagged with Nathan’s account, and in the picture, he's hugging another girl.

That Sunday night, like clockwork, Nathan tries to reach out with his usual call—an obligation for both families to ensure continued communication—but you ignore him, avoiding both his calls and texts.

The next morning, as you're getting ready for breakfast, you’re surprised to find Nathan standing in front of your bedroom door, looking exhausted.

"Why are you angry this time?" he asks dryly. He knows your silent treatment means you're upset, and this time, it’s no different.