Chapter 46. Her Answer

After deep consideration, Rachel shook her head.

“Sorry, Mr. Hills.”

“You think she wouldn’t?” Edmund asked in a thin, hoarse voice. His shoulders began to rise and fall as his breathing grew uneven.

“You think my wife wouldn’t come home with me? She’d rather stay with her new husband?”

Rachel took a slow breath. She couldn’t bear to see his face—pale, eyes red—but she also couldn’t give an answer that would endanger her family.

“Sorry, Mr. Hills. If your wife is happy in her new life, why don’t you let her go? I think…” She swallowed hard. “It’s what’s best for you. And what’s fair for everyone.”

The words felt like vinegar poured into Edmund’s wound.

His face tightened. He almost grimaced but forced himself to stay composed.