Upon learning this, Connor did not visit Vanessa again. Instead, the Rivers Pack arranged top-tier nurses and servants to care for her in the hospital, but Connor stayed by my side daily.
He accompanied me to try on engagement dresses, select platinum jewelry, and plan our engagement ceremony. No matter how Vanessa cried or made trouble, Connor never returned to see her.
I had once thought Vanessa's scheme would sabotage my engagement, but ironically, her plotting backfired spectacularly. Not only did it fail to estrange Connor, it actually accelerated his confession and deepened his commitment.
Though I could not yet say I loved Connor—my heart still wounded by Ethan Grey—I was undeniably moved by his unconditional trust and affection.
The engagement date was set for the fifteenth
