I assure you, this won't happen again."

His eyes shimmered with genuine intent, and his striking features remained as alluring as ever.

Rosalynn regarded him in silence, his familiar scent enveloping her, yet her heart stayed undisturbed.

She shrugged off his grip and averted her gaze.

“Brian, there's no need for further words. Our marriage has left me weary. I think it's time we considered a divorce."

The word "divorce" echoed between them once more!

He had approached her with humility and candor, yet she stood defiant, wielding her will like a sovereign.

Brian felt a heavy gloom descend upon him, fighting back the surge of despair.

"I've been clear, Rosalynn. In this life, I shall either be a widower or remain your husband."

With composure, Rosalynn met his gaze.

“Brian, our marriage is fractured. What purpose does it serve to keep clinging to something so broken?"

His frustration mounting, Brian studied her face.

“Isn't it common for married couples to quarrel? Yet you always leap to divorce. Do you really hold any love for me?"

Rosalynn fought to keep her words at bay, her fingers restless, yet she remained silent.

Brian pressed on, "I admit, the incident with the bogus divorce papers was mishandled on my part. But have you been entirely open with me? You never mentioned that Eleanor had impersonated you that night. You haven't clarified why you and Barlow ended up overnight at the club. And sending that picture of Brad's infidelity to my mother without discussing it with me first. Did I confront you about any of these? Can't you grant me some fairness, Rosalynn? If I've made a mistake, is it not within you to forgive me just this once?"

His brow creased with a flicker of irritation and endurance.

He appeared to hold the belief that he was not at fault. Maybe he thought she was overreacting for no reason.

In a humble tone, he offered her an explanation. He suggested she comply and make amends with him.

Rosalynn fixed her gaze upon him and declared, “It's simply unjust of you to persist in this relationship. You, a celebrated CEO accustomed to others' respect and admiration. If you feel aggrieved, don't endure it on my sake. After we divorce, I have no doubt a flock of thoughtful and gentle women will contend for your attention."

Brian felt a surge of anger pulsing at his temples. Exhaustion had worn him thin, pushing him to the brink.