Chapter 2603 Darwin's eyes lowered as he considered her words.
He felt a tug of temptation.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtYet, he couldn't bring himself to agree.
His earlier offer to remarry her was born from genuine concern and a desire to provide a home for the child. Now, he realized his offer might have been more about his own hopes. Serenity, it appeared, didn't need his pity. She had her own plans all along.
Overcome with a mix of emotions, Darwin suddenly pushed her away.
“I can’t be a part of such a scheme!” he declared.
Taken aback, Serenity retreated a step. After a moment, she laughed coldly and confronted him, “What's this? Do you dare claim you've never harbored any thoughts of being with Alexis? Why else would your parents have sought an alliance with the Fowler family?” Darwin's face tinged with embarrassment.
He couldn't deny Serenity’s accusations completely, but he felt he had been fair to her. He had treated her with respect throughout their marriage. He never strayed and even allowed her the freedom to follow her heart towards Leonel. Why then, he wondered, was she showing such animosity towards him now? Shaped by a life of privilege, Darwin struggled to understand.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe fact that his mother required surgery because of them and yet Serenity’s thoughts still lingered on Leonel, left him feeling weary.
It dawned on him that his years with her might have been a mistake.
Darwin said with a frosty detachment once his emotions settled, “That only happened after our divorce. Serenity, let's handle this the right way. As for remarrying, let's drop the idea.” This left Serenity visibly shocked.
Angela's Library She was in disbelief. How could Darwin turn her away now, especially after he promised to care for her forever when he took her hand? Why did he suddenly change? Confused and emotional, she asked him, “Darwin, are you abandoning me? What am | supposed to do now? And what about my baby?" Darwin's response was cold and unyielding. “The child's real father should take responsibility.” Serenity lashed out, “Darwin, you bastard!" Darwin couldn't bear to stay there a moment longer.
He quickly opened the door and stepped out, craving the relief of fresh air.
Dealing with Serenity was stifling.
The sounds of furiously thrown objects echoed behind. Such actions would have sparked concern for her wellbeing in the past but now, he felt a numb detachment.