Fortunately, Cordia did not have to search further for find her alleged fiancé. "Cordia!" Carey exclaimed smiling that wicked smile of his as he pulled open the door. "Whatever brings you here this time of day?"
She didn't bother to come inside. Even as he spoke, she was pulling the ring off of her finger. "How dare you?" she exclaimed, throwing the small circle of gold at him and hitting him squarely in the chest. "You are the most despicable person I have ever met, and please listen carefully when I tell you I never want to lay eyes on you again. Ever!"
He looked puzzled, watching the ring bounce off and roll across the porch. "Now, Cordia, whatever has gotten into your little mind now?" he asked, belittling her.
Cordia could not keep the tears from trailing down her cheeks. The anger
