Love Addiction: Doting On My Love
She simply said, "No matter what you decide, your happiness matters most."
Grateful, Patrick patted her shoulder and said, "Thank you for understanding. Take care of your mother for me. As for myself, I won't rush into marriage. I need to make sure the child is truly mine."
Once bitten, twice shy. Patrick had become significantly more cautious.
Changing the subject, he asked, "How are things with Lucius? Is it time to talk about marriage? If it's hard for you to bring it up, I can step in."
Patrick demonstrated his care, which was something new.