Daniel stood beside his chair, holding the envelope and staring at its contents. The letter was one page, written in my own words. It explained that the venue contract was mine and had been cancelled. The catering deposit had been redirected. Every vendor, reservation, and arrangement had either been cancelled or transferred. His planning access had been revoked several days earlier. I also explained that the engagement ring was legally my separate property, as confirmed by my attorney.
At the bottom, I wished him well and hoped he would eventually find someone easier for him to share a room with. I had also returned his apartment key inside the envelope. He discovered it and held it in his hand. Around him, the entire table had fallen silent. His investors watched. His mother stared across the table. Priya had even placed her phone face-down. Daniel finally looked toward the tinted windows above, but I had already stepped away.
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