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For three years, I had been secretly wed to Simon, yet he never publicly acknowledged our marriage. We were participating in a travel reality show together, but Simon was constantly flirting with the renowned actress, Hannah Schmidt. During a game of truth or dare, the production team challenged them to kiss, and Simon didn't hesitate. He embraced Hannah and kissed her deeply, as if they were alone in the world. When an avalanche hit, Simon rushed to Hannah's aid while I was trapped beneath the heavy snow. After my rescue, I had completely forgotten who Simon was. It was only

Forgotten Vows, A Snow-Buried Love Betrayed

In the absence of a wedding picture featuring Simon and myself, I felt as if I had left no mark on this home.


Only a handful of furnishings were in a shade I appreciated.


I inquired of Simon, "Are you aware of my preferred color?"


He paused briefly, then uncertainly answered, "Black and white?"


I displayed a bracelet with glass beads I'd purchased in Turkey. The stunning, azure beads made his complexion appear even more ashen.


I remarked, "I believe that's your favorite hue, not mine."


"Simon, it appears you don't truly understand me at all."


My statement hit him like a weighty rock. He grasped his head, dropped to the floor, and began to weep in distress.


"But you still recognized me when you returned home three years ago. I assumed ... I wouldn't vanish from your life."


I shook my head and exhaled. "Don't you understand? I used to care for you. I desired a future together, so I made sure to always remember you."


Chapter 10