Love That Withered, Heart That Bled

Cadence White has stayed by Julian Parker’s side for 14 years as he rose to power, only to have him announce his engagement to another woman. Later, she is forced to marry him under unhappy circumstances. Burdened by false accusations, she endures three years of cold neglect and betrayal from Julian. When she finally demands a divorce and fights back, Julian realizes, far too late, that his cruel neglect was caused by a huge misunderstanding.