Maxwell
I left Rhea where she was and went straight to my room. I hadn't even reached the bathroom when the door opened behind me. Rhea walked in quickly and grabbed my hand, stopping me.
"Please," she said, her voice tight with anger.
"Explain to me why on God's earth you are married to the very woman who destroyed our marriage." She glared at me like she was daring me to lie.
"You wouldn't like my answer if I'm honest," I replied calmly. What I didn't say was the truth sitting heavy in my chest, that Amelia was unlike anyone I had ever been with. She challenged me, unsettled me, and somehow still brought me peace. Being with her felt dangerous and grounding at the same time.
Rhea let go of my hand and stepped back, shaking her head. "So how exactly am I supposed to trust you?" she a
