Chapter 98

Jerry sought clarification; her choice came as a surprise, and since he had not seen it coming, he was not truly ready for its effects. He sought clarity; maybe he would find comfort in it. He would not rest until he understood the reason. 

"Scarlett, feel free to share your thoughts with me. Help me in understanding what is happening. Can you explain why you no longer wish to be with me?"

"My husband. I still love him" Upon her response, he loosened his hold on her. "Regardless of my actions, I am unable to change how I feel. He occupies my thoughts as I drift off to sleep and is the first thought that greets me when I awaken. No matter how hard I struggle against myself, I can not resist him. Regardless of who I love, it pales in comparison to the depth of my feelings for him and my desire to be with him."

He anticipated this outcome when she informed him that her husband had returned. He wished to remove her from this place to a distant place whe