“I just want to say hi. And please be prepared, because very soon I’ll claim you and my children again. I admit, I chose gold over a diamond like you, Lia. But just tell your husband, tell him your ex is back. Tell him in a way he’ll understand, like this: DEAR HUSBAND, MY EX IS BACK.”

Her trembling fingers almost dropped the phone. Her world tilted for a second, and she almost forgot how to breathe.

No. No, this couldn’t be happening.

The phone slipped, but before it could hit the ground, George’s strong hand caught it effortlessly.

Without a word, he looked at the twins sitting happily on...