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The Heart’s Compromise

Author: Sawnshine
last update Last Updated: 2025-06-27 19:57:07

The air was thick in Clara’s hospital room, the tension in both men’s eyes were evident as James was really trying to get under Devon’s skin. “Excuse me” Devon said after hearing what James said. He turned to Clara as she also looked at James in confusion. They hadn't discussed this. When had he decided this?

"We're back together now," James continued, turning to face Devon fully. "I know she's your surrogate, but that's all she is to you. She's not your woman. There's no sensible reason why she should be staying with you at your place."

The room fell silent. Sarah felt her hands ball into fists. Elliot shifted uncomfortably. Clara stared at James in shock.

Devon's expression darkened. He took a step closer to James, his voice low and dangerous when he spoke.

"I don't care if you think you're back together. I don't care if you want to get married tomorrow. But as long as she's carrying my children, she stays with me. That's final."

Clara felt her heart break a little more. Even when D
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