“I have no other woman,” he replied. I folded my arms tightly across my chest. “Then what is it, Leo?” I snapped. “Because I’m not stupid.” He ran a hand through his hair and took a step back, avoiding my eyes. That small movement twisted something sharp in my stomach. Leo never avoided my gaze. Never. “Charlotte…” He swallowed. “Just… listen to me. Please.” “Then talk. I am listening to hear your excuses because I’m this close—” I held my fingers an inch apart, “—to walking out that door and not coming back.” His face went pale and his eyes widened, the green in them darkening. “You were planning to leave?” “Yes. This was supposed to be the last meal I cook in this house.” My voice shook, but I didn’t stop. “You think I’ll stay and watch you give what’s mine to someone else? No. I’ll walk away with what’s left of me and wish you luck with your new woman, because I refuse to compete with—” “You’re not competing with anyone!” he snapped, frustration breaking through. We bo
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