The Day Our Promise Breaks

Chapter 335

Mrs. Carter, Brooks' mom, was the kind of woman who could make anyone feel a bit like they were back in school, facing down the principal. Evelyn hadn't yet locked down anything official with Brooks, so even after she'd come back to town, she hadn't set foot in the Carter household.

When word got around that Mrs. Carter wanted a sit-down, Evelyn thought about how genuinely kind Brooks had always been to her. She couldn't say no, even if she wanted to. Before she hopped into the car, she shot Brooks a quick text to give him a heads-up.

In about 20 minutes, they pulled up outside a chic little café. With the butler leading the way, Evelyn walked in, the warm scent of coffee wrapping around her like a comforting hug. They headed to the back, and the butler gave a gentle knock on a door. A sweet, melodic voice from inside said, "Come in."

The door swung open, and the butler nodded respectfully, "Ma'am," as he stepped aside for Evelyn.

Sitting by the window was a woman who had clearly aged like fine wine. She gave Evelyn a quick once-over and gestured, "Ms. Evelyn, please take a seat."

Brooks had definitely inherited those eyes from her. But the use of "Ms. Evelyn" felt like a chilly breeze on a warm day—formal and a tad distant.

Evelyn got the hint about Mrs. Carter's vibe. She walked over, sat down, and said politely, "Mrs. Carter."

Mrs. Carter seemed to approve of Evelyn's manners, nodding slightly, though her tone stayed gentle, "Ms. Evelyn, you're a smart woman, so let's not beat around the bush."

for you and is dead set on being with you. At first, I wasn't on board. I

Carter didn't

every way, and with so many eligible women in the city, he picked someone who had been with Charles for five years. It wasn't that she had anything against Evelyn;

But Brooks wouldn't budge.

women, he put his foot down, saying he wouldn't marry anyone but Evelyn. His

had no choice but to give

mix of sadness and relief, thinking time would mend

years down the line, Evelyn turned up

by then. So, when Brooks announced his engagement, she didn't stand in the way, essentially giving a nod to Evelyn. She wanted

didn't need a marriage for business alliances; if Brooks truly loved someone, even if they weren't a perfect match, that was fine-as long as the love was

en

cares for you, I could

to town, you've been mixed up with Charles

Carter, that's not true," Evelyn shot back

was the last thing