James Lancaster's brow furrowed. "Are you seriously considering divorce?"
She bit her lip. In her heart, no—but reason screamed it was the only choice. They came from completely different universes, with Lori White wedged stubbornly between them.
"This would be better for us both."
James's temper ignited. "After everything I've confessed, that's your final answer?"
Clara Green shook her head, her tone measured and calm. "Let me explain. This marriage always felt like a dream—I never expected forever. But the longer we're together, the more I lose my footing. You... you yank at my heartstrings without trying. The thought petrifies me—that I'll fall too deep while you walk away unscathed, leaving me in pieces. I've survived that once. I won't gamble again."
"Take the chance," James dema
