Chapter 53

Zachary's POV

"It was essential for my survival and the well-being of my sons. Your sons."

To his surprise, she mentioned the final part. A part of him struggled to accept what she had shared, yet there was no advantage for her in doing so. He required additional clarity regarding her statements. 

His eyes narrowed at her words and their implications: "What did you just say?" Her lack of response frustrated him. 

"What do you mean, my sons?" He insisted, his tone becoming stern and unyielding. Her eyes became glassy, and he realized this could very well be her breaking point. 

Nevertheless, she continued to speak, "You may not recall, and that is perfectly okay, but I have a few memories from that night. I found myself in Springfield, waking up in an unfamiliar bed, completely unaware of how I ended up there, yet I was nude and nestled in your arms. Your nudeness indicated one clear conclusion: we had spent the night together. I left before you