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    Gently, Kaiden took hold of Ellie’s chin, nudging her face towards his. “Ellie, if you like me, why push for a divorce?”


    Ellie’s reaction was fierce, like a cat whose tail had been trodden on.


    Her beautiful eyes filled with tears in an instant.


    In a blink, those tears trailed down her cheeks.


    “Did I cause you pain?” Confused, Kaiden let go immediately. “Where does it hurt? Tell me.”


    Kaiden, worried Ellie might be feverish again, reached to feel her forehead.


    Ellie, however, pped his hand away sharply. “Don’t touch me!” Tears cascaded down her face, overwhelming her with a sense of crushed pride.


    She had already suggested divorce. Why did he need to probe her feelings?


    Why did he have to emphasize it?


    Why did he interrogate her?


    Ellie initially thought about denying it, iming her confession was a ruse for Howard.


    But she decided against dragging Howard further into this mess. Taking a deep breath, Ellie admitted, “Yes, Kaiden, I do have feelings for you.” As she spoke, tears broke through, sorrow etching her beautiful features. Her feelings…


    She had finally acknowledged them.


    Kaiden’s heart raced.


    Her confession still sent his heart soaring, even upon hearing it again.


    He couldn’t resist cupping her face, gently kissing away the tears.


    This act of tenderness left Ellie momentarily frozen.


    She felt like a defensive hedgehog, wanting to push him away.


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    “Kaiden, I don’t want your pity or this uncertain closeness!” Ellie’s usually calm demeanor shattered, almost yelling. “I seek mutual love, do you understand? I want you to like me, to love me! If you can’t offer that, then leave me! Now, right this moment—eh!”


    Her plea for separation was cut off by Kaiden’s kiss, her words lost in the moment.


    “I’m not pitying you,” Kaiden murmured, his hands framing her face, their foreheads and noses just touching, his eyes filled with affection. “I like you too. Ellie, the love you’re asking for, I’ll give it to you.”


    Ellie’s eyes widened in surprise, meeting his intense gaze.


    Kaiden, known for his indifference, had shown her moments of tenderness throughout their marriage.


    The softness he showed now seemed to hint at a profound, engulfing love.


    “Do you even understand love enough to offer it?” Ellie’s tone cooled, skepticism in her eyes.


    His response seemed too facile.


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