Theodore discerned the hidden meaning in her words, feeling as if an invisible hand was squeezing his heart tighter and tighter. He warned, "Phoebe, you know what I hate to hear." "Theodore, if I really go all out, I won't need you!" Phoebe declared resolutely.

Marrying Theodore was initially for the sake of their child. She didn't bring up divorce later because of guilt, and she hadn't mentioned it now because she hadn't completely given up hope. But if he continued to break her heart, she was prepared to fight her way out of this marriage, even if it meant tearing off all pretenses.@@novelbin@@

Theodore's mind went blank, his chest tight with panic. As he watched her lips move, his only remaining thought was to silence her, to stop her from uttering more infuriating words. He closed his eyes briefly, then suddenly lowered his head.

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