Grant looked at me, and the feelings he had hidden for years were finally clear in his eyes.
"Renee, I don't want a divorce."
He stepped closer, his gaze gentle but steady.
"This marriage may have started as an arrangement for you, but it was real to me. I've had feelings for you for years. I didn't marry you just to help you escape that situation."
His voice softened.
"I had a selfish reason too. I wanted to be able to stay by your side openly and protect you."
He didn't look away.
"I'm not asking you to love me right now, and I'm not forcing you to accept me. Let's stay married for now. Give me 1 year to try to win your heart. If, after 1 year, you still want a divorce, I promise I won't stand in your way."
The love in his eyes was sincere and unguarded.
I felt something stir in
