Chapter 62. Sky's Reaction

Edmund took a step forward, his sincerity and determination clear. He wanted to take Alice’s hand, but restrained himself.

“I once promised you that I would be a good husband and a good father to our children. I haven’t had the chance to fulfill that promise. Fate separated us. Now that we’ve found each other again, I hope you’ll give me the chance to make it real.”

Alice’s eyes filled with tears as she listened. His words were calming, filling her with a fragile sense of safety.

“Why are you still looking for me, Mr. Hills? I’ve been gone for years. You could have forgotten me and started a new life… a new wife. Why go this far?”

“The answer is simple, Alice. I love you.”

He exhaled softly.

“You may not remember, but I once swore you were the only woman for me. Withou