Broken Oaths (Lisa Davis and David Green) novel Chapter 4

Chapter 4

On Memorial Day, David Green posted an emotional essay on his social media profile precisely at midnight, pouring out his love and gratitude for Lisa Davis.

Hours later, the post had already garnered tens of millions of likes and shares. Giant screens across the city cycled through a romantic video David personally edited, forcing everyone to witness his devotion.

Outside their villa, crowds had materialized, carpeting the street with 1,825 roses. At the center stood a massive hollow crystal ring filled with luxury items from top brands. A tiny music box perched atop it, endlessly looping David’s velvet voice:

“Honey, happy anniversary. I love you, now and always.”

Lisa’s face remained blank. She shut the door and buried herself under the covers, as if none of this concerned her.

Moments later, David called. “Honey,” he began, voice thick with guilt, “something urgent came up with a client. I can’t make it back tonight. I’ll make it up to you later.”

Listening to his clumsy lie, Lisa suddenly laughed—a brittle, trembling sound. “It’s fine. Focus on work.”

“You’re upset,” David instantly detected her shift. “I prepared surprises for you. You’ll love them. I’ll compensate you soon.”

“Really, work comes first. I’m not feeling well. Going to sleep.” Lisa hung up coldly.

Curling into herself, she fought to contain the ache in her chest.

He’d raced home the moment he sensed her distress. When she ignored his calls, panic seized him.

Spotting Lisa, he crushed her against his chest, voice raw and shaking. “Thank God you’re home! Honey, I’m sorry—so sorry.”

His eyes reddened, body trembling uncontrollably. “I’ll never leave you alone again. When you didn’t answer… my world collapsed.”

“Nothing matters more than you. I’m here to celebrate with you.”

Lisa stayed silent. Mistaking her stillness for anger, David dropped to one knee, pleading: “Promise me you’ll never ignore my calls again. Don’t shut me out—it’ll destroy me. I swear.”