Chapter 114

As Alice's words hung in the air, a heavy silence descended upon the room. Lucas's grip on her shoulders loosened, his expression morphing into one of shock and disbelief. He staggered back, his eyes wide with realization. He was overwhelmed with the happiness in his life, and he had completely forgotten about their divorce. Alice had a valid point—he hadn't proposed to her again for marriage. Despite his intentions, it slipped his mind entirely after their daughter's arrival. He had never felt as if they were divorced. Frustrated, he ran his hand through his hair, and without a word, he dashed upstairs to their room, which had been Alice's room before. Alice was stunned by his sudden departure without explanation. She sank onto the nearest sofa, her mind in turmoil. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she felt a suffocating sense of despair. Could it be that he didn't want to get married again? The thought was unbearable. She knew he loved her deeply, perhaps even more than she loved him