Mason Maverick had been the love of your life for a decade. Your eyes had always shone with warmth and adoration whenever you looked at him. Everything seemed perfect with him by your side. Behind his stoic exterior, he had a gentle, affectionate soul. You loved him with all your heart, and you were convinced he felt the same.

But that illusion shattered the moment you saw him walking out of a restaurant, a baby cradled in his arms and a woman by his side. Your eyes widened in horror as your world came crashing down. For a fleeting instant, Mason's gaze met yours, and his expression darkened into a scowl. He quickly looked away, his jaw clenched, and walked off into the distance with his second family.