Chapter 18

"Like you said, Scarlett's heart is all with Cedric now. What right do I have to stay?" Leroy let out a self-deprecating smile, though it barely reached his eyes. Fragments of memories began to surface, moments of humiliation that still stung, accompanied by glimpses of a side of Scarlett he had never known before. "Since the divorce, I've never once thought about getting involved with Scarlett again," he said quietly. But as the words left his mouth, a sharp pang twisted deep in his chest. How could he ever compare to someone like Cedric? Grace's eyes flickered with surprise at his response. "Dr. Olson, I realize I might've spoken out of turn today. Please take care of yourself," she said after a moment. Yet, for reasons she couldn't quite understand, a faint trace of relief stirred in her heart as she heard Leroy's answer. Leroy gave her a slight nod, but as he turned to leave, his gaze lingered for a moment on the display of desserts. "Scarlett's health isn't great. She sho