Chapter25 I locked eyes with Antonio , clueless about what he was up to . It was obvious to everyone that he had feelings for Alicia . With Alicia back in the picture , wouldnt it be a good thing for him if I left ? So why was he following me all the way here , causing a scene ? Noticing my silence , he took out a red velvet box and dropped to one knee . Grace , I know Ive been a jerk . I promise Ill make it right , he pleaded . Be my wife . I swear that youll be the only one for me . I saw a gleaming pink diamond in the box . I had fantasized about this scene so many times . But I was glad that he never actually gave me the ring . As I reached out , right when his eyes started to sparkle with hope , I shut the box . Antonio , I was into you because I thought you were a decent , amazing guy . But I found out you were not the person I imagined . Youre a complete and utter liar . Youve got no scruples . You toy with your friends sister without batting an eye . Why should I commit my life to someone like you ? Each sentence drained the color from Antonios face . He shook his head , too weak to defend himself . Im going to get married , I added . His head jolted up , his eyes packed with shock . I said , We havent known each other for long , but Im happy with him . Hes attractive , refined , engaging , and best of all , hes a man of integrity . So , just leave me alone from now on , okay ? No. Antonio ditched the flowers and the ring , clutched my wrists , and hit his knees , not budging an inch . Grace , I messed up . I thought I had Alicia on the brain . But once you were gone , it hit me that youre the one who matters . You cant imagine what Ive gone through the past few days . I havent been able to eat or sleep . I stayed up until midnight , constantly calling Freddy for your whereabouts . When I couldnt find you , I was losing it . Give me another shot . Weve had seven years together . We shared all those sweet moments . Can you really just toss them aside ? His speech made me want to laugh . Antonio , be honest with yourself . I was there with you , but who was really on your mind ? Who did you take me for when we made out ? I tugged at his grip , feeling more and more repulsed with every second . Two days before I left , as I was packing , it hit me that most of my clothes , jewels , and handbags werent even my style . Especially those pieces I bought with Antonio . They were all Alicias style . I didnt look like Alicia that much . I just sort of resembled her , and Antonios influence on my style made me even more like her . Tchacters I finally wrenched my wrists free , but I stumbled back from the force . A firm hand caught me , steadying me with an arm around my shoulders . I turned to see Samuel , his face as cold as ice . When did you get here ? When he looked at me , there was a slight smile playing on his lips . Since this guy stood here with his flowers .