Chapter 65

Shelmaine hastily denied it, as if the idea that she liked Samuel was repulsive. "I don't like him. Mr. Gallagher, we're both adults. I hope you can stay clear-headed." "I am very clear-headed. I've never been this rational," Julien responded with a serious look on his face. "You will regret this." "I won't." "I'm pregnant with Samuel's child. Even if we're divorced, what will happen if the child asks for his father?" "I understand. I respect all your choices, but I cannot accept you rejecting me." Julien then realized he might have been too impatient. He intended to start as friends, but Samuel had seen through his intentions, so there was no point in pretending anymore. "I also wanted to take things slow so you could genuinely get to know me. Believe it or not, that was my plan from the beginning." Shelmaine's heart raced. She said, "What if I get with you just to piss Samuel off?" "Then keep using me. I don't mind." "Mr. Gallagher, you're a great man. You should find som