Amanda Martin and Timothy Robinson were once childhood sweethearts, bound by a lifelong promise and an engagement admired by all. But tragedy struck twice—first a car accident that erased Amanda’s memories of him, then Timothy’s own amnesia that left him in love with another woman. When Amanda declares she too has “forgotten” and calls off the engagement, she hopes to set them both free. Yet the past clings to her—through old diaries, cruel humiliations, and Timothy’s growing hostility. Torn between aching fragments of lost love and the bitter reality before her eyes, Amanda must decide whether to fight for the man who no longer remembers her… or burn every last tie that binds them. But in a world of betrayal, obsession, and hidden enemies, walking away might prove far more dangerous than staying.

Chapter 1

"Uncle Gregory Robinson, Aunt Linda Robinson, since Timothy Robinson has forgotten me, let's call off this engagement!"

Amanda Martin's face still carried a sickly pallor after her recent recovery. With both hands, she held out the keepsake that had been exchanged when they got engaged.

Linda's expression darkened instantly. She shot up to her feet. "Amanda, what is this? You know perfectly well you're the only daughter-in-law we acknowledge!"

"You and Timothy grew up as childhood sweethearts. We've all witnessed how deeply he loved you. His memory loss is temporary—sooner or later, he willl remember..."

"Aunt Linda." Amanda cut her off. "I've forgotten too."

Linda froze. She stared at Amanda in disbelief."Amanda... what do you mean?"

Amanda met her gaze steadily. "I don't remember Timothy."

Two weeks ago, she had been in a car accident. When she woke up, she remembered everyone—except Timothy. Her family explained he was her childhood sweetheart.

At six, Timothy vow