41: Hawk's Past

WINTER:

My heart skipped a bit at my ex-husband's confession.

He realized I was the woman for him? When? Given that he was indeed telling the truth. How come he had to undergo two divorces just to realize that?

There was something off about this one.

I should not let my emotions handle this or this might create another pain and trauma on my part.

"Come on, Calcifer. We are the only ones here. Why don't we tell the truth and nothing but the truth?"

"I already expected that you would tell that. Never mind. I would show you that my efforts are all real. I will make my actions be the speaker, pumpkin."

“I'm not buying it. I don't even know what to give you the benefit of the doubt. I am already tired of your betrayal, Calcifer. That is enough for now.”

Heavy silence passed between us until we reached Dad’s house. When I arrived at the mansion, Hawk was waiting for me, wearing a worried expression on his face. However, it disappeared upon recognizing my ex-husband's car.

I hope this wil