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Chris' face was a picture of disbelief.

Sharon, in a panic, tried to grab the phone from me.

"Amber, how could you set me up like this?"

I evaded her grasp. "Didn't you force my hand?"

Chris snapped to attention and shoved Sharon away.

She tumbled onto the broken glass, crying out in agony.

The guests around us whispered and gestured.

Despite her injuries, Sharon clung to Chris' leg. "It's not what it seems, Chris. Let me explain. I just loved you so much, but everyone chose her. I was desperate to keep you..."

Chris kicked her off without even looking at her.

She fell again among the shards, worsening her wounds.

The situation had spiraled out of her control.

She shouted, "Chris, you promised to care for me always, why are you treating me like this?"

Chris finally looked at her. "I was kind because I thought you saved me, but it was never you who did."

Chris turned away and approached me, trying to help me up. "I'm sorry, Amber. Are you okay..."