Chapter 1035

Skylar said, "I haven't eaten either. I'll go make dinner." Joe watched as she efficiently pulled ingredients from the fridge and started cooking in the kitchen. Before he realized it, he was captivated by her movements and unable to look away. Skylar quickly prepared two dishes. Instead of pasta, she made two servings of beef and lentil soup. They ate in silence, both lost in their thoughts. After finishing their meal, Joe cleaned up the dishes before turning to Skylar for a conversation. She looked at him, unsure of what to say. After a few minutes of silence, Joe finally spoke, "I've been really busy at work these past few days. Let's go to the courthouse next Monday to finalize the divorce." Skylar was momentarily speechless. Her expression shifted slightly. Joe fixed his gaze on her, waiting for her response—a flicker of hope stirred within him when she didn't answer immediately. However, that hope vanished completely when Skylar finally replied, "Okay." Later that night,