As Michelle turned to leave, Simon's eyes were already on her, and his voice was surprisingly steady.
"Michelle, we need to talk..."
She clamped her hands over her ears, refusing to listen.
"Don't! I can't bear to hear it!"
She was living in denial, pretending she could escape the inevitable. The divorce was a façade. The thought of letting Simon go was unbearable.
Simon advanced, gripping her arm gently but firmly, his gaze filled with remorse rather than tenderness.
"Let's get divorced. I'll give you whatever you want."
Her eyes, red and tear-filled, locked onto his.
"And what if I demand you leave empty-handed?"
Without a hint of hesitation, Simon nodded.
Disbelief etched her face as tears cascaded down.
"You love her that much? Enough to sacrifice everything?"
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