A trace of pain and loss flashed in Cyrus's eyes, and his lips trembled slightly. "Honey, are you really going to give up on our relationship just because I killed him?"
Josephine turned her head away, unable to meet Cyrus's gaze. "Cyrus, I don't want to take any more risks. I can't let my family be put in danger because of you."
Cyrus clenched his fists, his voice low and strained. "Have you forgotten the vows we once made?"
Tears welled up in Josephine's eyes. "Cyrus, I haven't forgotten, but reality is right in front of us. I have no other choice."
"Honey—" Cyrus began, but Josephine abruptly cut him off.
"Don't call me that!" she snapped, her voice sharp with anger and determination. Her words echoed through the room.
Cyrus's body trembled slightly, his eyes filled with pain and
